Today, I’m inviting you into my kitchen to prepare a Chocolate and Yogurt Mug Cake cooked in an air fryer. A small delight ready in a few minutes, perfect for times when you crave something sweet but don’t want to turn on the oven. All you need is a cup, a fork, and a few ingredients that we usually have at home, to create a soft, fragrant, and irresistible treat.
I like it because it’s light yet delicious, perfect for breakfast when you’re short on time in the morning, or as a quick afternoon treat with a warm cup of tea.
The batter is very simple: type 2 flour, unsweetened cocoa, brown sugar, plain natural yogurt for softness, and a bit of melted butter to make it more enveloping. An essential addition is a piece of dark chocolate, which adds that extra touch of goodness.
What I love about this mug cake is the air fryer cooking, which not only allows me to avoid using the oven but also gives me truly minimal cooking times. Let me know in the comments if you’ll try it.
Anna – lappetitovienmangiando
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- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 2 Minutes
- Portions: 1 person
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, and Spring
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup type 2 flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp raw cane sugar
- 3.5 oz Greek yogurt
- 1.5 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp dark chocolate
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Tools
- 9 Air Fryers
- 1 Cup
Preparation
Pour the flour directly into the cup, add the instant baking powder, cane sugar, and mix. Also incorporate the butter, but only after it has melted and cooled down.
Add the yogurt and mix all the ingredients well until creating a smooth and homogeneous mixture. Finally, add the pieces of chocolate and place the cup in the air fryer, cooking for 10 minutes at 356°F (180°C).
Meanwhile, prepare the cream using yogurt and powdered sugar, and once the cake is ready, cut the surface in a cross shape and lift the flaps to create space. In this void, we will place the filling and decorate with some dark chocolate flakes and almonds.
Serve our Chocolate and Yogurt Mug Cake in Air Fryer warm to enjoy its soft heart.
Tips, Variations, and Storage
This mug cake is meant to be enjoyed right away but keeps well for a day at room temperature if covered and without the garnish.
You can prepare the batter in advance and cook it when desired, to always have it warm and fragrant.
You can also freeze it, but remember to defrost in the refrigerator and never at room temperature.
FAQ
Can I also cook it in the microwave?
Yes, cook it for about 1 minute and 30 seconds at maximum power (depending on the type of microwave).
Can I make it without butter?
Of course, replace it with 1 tbsp of seed or melted coconut oil.
What kind of cup can I use?
A ceramic or porcelain cup that is heat resistant.
