Description
Make this festive Chocolate Peppermint Mug Cake in minutes using your microwave. It is a perfect, quick dessert for one when you crave something sweet and minty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of peppermint extract (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
- Optional: 1 teaspoon crushed peppermint candies for topping
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug (about 10-12 oz), whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract to the dry ingredients.
- Mix well with a fork until you have a smooth batter. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
- Place the mug in the microwave. Cook on high for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time varies by microwave strength. Check at 60 seconds.
- The cake is done when the top looks set but is still slightly moist.
- Let it cool for a minute before enjoying. Top with crushed peppermint candies if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the peppermint extract to your preference; start with a small amount as it is potent.
- If you like a very gooey center, slightly undercook the cake.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: Approx. 300
- Sugar: Approx. 25g
- Sodium: Approx. 150mg
- Fat: Approx. 15g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 40g
- Fiber: Approx. 2g
- Protein: Approx. 4g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 10mg