Ok. I am finally sane. And do you know why? I HAVE INTERNET!! I had no idea how much I relied on the internet for my sanity.
After a stressful month(!!!) without internet, I am finally connected. I am not finally connected with the rest of the world, without needing to jump from coffee shop to library in order to get what little amount of free internet that I can.
First order of business: make a dessert! I mean, isn’t that how you celebrate too?
And since I have only just recently moved, I don’t have too much organized. Which means baking supplies and ingredients are packed up in boxes and no where to be found.
But no worries. I am all about the mug cake. I mean, making a 4 ingredient mug cake, chocolate vanilla protein mug cake and a 4 ingredient chocolate mug cake basically in the span of one month, you can all see that I have an obsession with chocolate cake. But a portion sized obsession! A “make a dessert in less than 5 minutes” obsession. Which, in my opinion, is the best kind of obsession. It’s the perfect size for a quick in easy recipe that is ready in less time than it takes to make the real thing.
Chocolate Chip Mug Cake Ingredients
This recipe uses minimal ingredients which is a great way to make a single serving dessert in no time! All you need to make this chocolate chip mug cake recipe are 8 simple ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp salted butter
- 1 Tbsp white sugar
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1//4 tsp vanilla bean paste
- pinch of salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp of chocolate chips
That’s it!
Tips & Variations
Don’t have vanilla bean paste? While vanilla bean paste takes this recipe to the next level, pure vanilla extract can be used in its place.
Switch up the chocolate! This mug cake is like having a gooey chocolate chip cookie in a coffee mug. But if you like a different cookie every day, try switching up the chocolate chips! I love making it with milk chocolate chips or white chocolate chips. Mini chocolate chips works as well, but it won’t look as good. Just make sure to add some extra chocolate chips on top.
Make this chocolate chip mug cookie vegan! Swap out the chocolate chips with dairy free chocolate chips. As for the egg yolk, you can actually replace it with 3 tablespoons of peanut butter.
Have an extra strong sweet tooth? Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Or actually, a scoop of ice cream of your favorite flavor would help elevate this single serving cake recipe.
Can I use a whole egg? Instead of an egg yolk, you can use a whole egg. However, the texture will be more fluffy.
Keep an eye on the mug cake batter when it is in the microwave! Different microwaves will cook differently, so you may need to adjust the cooking time accordingly. My advice is to watch the microwave while the mug cake cooks and stop the microwave when it starts to spill over. Wait a little bit then resume your microwave. Now next time you will know how long to cook your cake. Make sure that you are using a microwave-safe mug so that the mug doesn’t overheat.
More Single-Serving Desserts
Like this Chocolate Chip Mug Cake? Then you will love these recipes:
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Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp salted butter
- 1 Tbsp granulates sugar
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 tsp vanilla bean paste
- pinch of salt
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave safe mug, melt the butter in the microwave (around 15 seconds).
- Mix in the sugars, vanilla bean paste, salt and egg yolk until fully incorporated.
- Mix in the flour until fully combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Microwave for 40 seconds, and see if it’s done. If not, microwave for additional 10 second intervals.
Notes
- Pure vanilla extract can be used instead of the vanilla paste.
such a great recipe!
I really enjoyed this post–both the writing and the photos!
Hi Cathleen! It is amazing isn't it that we can barely get by without the internet hah..hah… It is sure cause for celebration with yet another yummy mug cake!
Hi Cathleen, this is perfect for my mid-afternoon sweet attack, love it!
Hi Cathleen, I like any dessert you can make in 5 minutes. It would be my obsession too!
Yum! I want this cake in my mug 🙂
Sues
A single serve cake recipe is dangerous! Yum! 🙂
Yay, so glad you have internet again 🙂 This chocolate chip mug cake sounds awesome!
Yay for internet! And for chocolate chip cakes that come together within minutes.
Congrats on your internet! This looks awesome 🙂
A great dessert for one!
Perfect for exam time 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Total yum! I'm sure the vanilla bean paste puts it over the edge and makes it really spectacular!
Yay for internet and mug cakes!!!! 😀
This is perfect for when I have that craving for something sweet, I love how fast it is to make!
Mug cakes are dangerous around here! 😉
this sounds perfect for a quick dessert! I love recipes that don’t take too long and that It only makes 1! no wastage!
Yes!! Love this recipe. 🙂
I have actually never made a mug cake! Looks like I am so missing out! On my to make list asap!
You are missing out!! You must give it a go!
This looks perfect for my mid-afternoon sweets craving! Thanks for the recipe 🙂
It is a great last minute recipe 😉
I think a month without internet allows for eating many of these fantastic chocolate chip mug cakes! You deserve them. It’s the perfect easy and fast dessert! Thanks for sharing.
Haha, agree! Thanks Paula!!