🍫 5-Minute Homemade Chocolate Mug Dessert
Ingredients (1 serving)
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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2 tbsp sugar
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1 tbsp cocoa powder
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Pinch of salt
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1 egg (or 1/4 cup egg substitute if preferred)
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1/4 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional toppings: whipped cream, chocolate chips, nuts, berries, or caramel drizzle
Instructions
1. Melt butter
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In a microwave-safe mug, melt butter for 20–30 seconds until liquid.
2. Mix dry ingredients
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Add sugar, cocoa powder, and pinch of salt to the melted butter.
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Stir until combined.
3. Add wet ingredients
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Beat in the egg and vanilla.
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Gently fold in flour until smooth — careful not to overmix.
4. Microwave
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Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds.
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Check: cake should be set but still slightly gooey in the middle.
5. Serve
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Top with whipped cream, a scoop of ice cream, chocolate chips, or drizzle of caramel.
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Eat straight from the mug — warm and comforting!
Tips
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Adjust sweetness: Add more sugar or a splash of sweetened condensed milk.
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Extra chocolatey: Stir in 1–2 tbsp chocolate chips before microwaving.
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Mini version for sharing: Divide batter between 2 mugs and reduce cooking time slightly.
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Flavor variations: Peanut butter, mint extract, orange zest, or espresso powder all work beautifully.
If you want, I can give a 5-minute creamy fruit dessert or a no-bake cheesecake-style dessert that’s also super easy and addictive.
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