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Chocolate Mug Cake from Scratch

Chocolate Mug Cake from Scratch
A from-scratch chocolate cake for one, made in the snack cup. Perfect for after the kiddos go to bed.
Recipe from @tastesbetterfromscratch · made in our Everything Snack Cup.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- Dash of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk (any kind)
- 1 tablespoon canola oil (or melted butter)
- ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon chocolate chips (or your favorite baking chips)
Instructions
- Lightly spray the inside of the cup with cooking spray.
- Add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt and stir together.
- Add the milk, oil and vanilla and stir until smooth, scraping the bottom.
- Stir in the chocolate chips or sprinkle them on top.
- Microwave for 70–90 seconds, until the cake is just set but still barely shiny on top.
- Let it rest in the microwave for 1 minute before eating.
Mom tips
- Microwave and oven times vary by appliance. Always check food temperature before serving.
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