The express mug dessert to prepare in 2 minutes!
Do you crave an easy and quick chocolate treat but don’t want to turn on the oven? The microwave hazelnut spread mug cake, also known as a mug cake, is the delicious and rapid answer for any moment of the day. It’s prepared in one mug, cooks in less than two minutes, and offers an irresistible creamy center. It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or as a last-minute dessert to enjoy while watching a movie or to offer unexpected guests.
No need for whisks or mixers, no oven, and no stress!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 2 Minutes
- Portions: 1 Person
- Cooking methods: Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for one mug (about 300 ml)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon sunflower oil
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- Half teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon hazelnut spread
Tools
- Microwave
- Mug
Steps: How to prepare the mug cake
Directly in the mug, mix the egg with the sugar.
Add the oil and milk and mix with a fork or small whisk.
Incorporate the flour, unsweetened cocoa, and baking powder, continuing to mix until you get a smooth and homogeneous batter.
Pour the batter into the mug, filling it up to 2/3 (no more, or it may overflow during cooking).
Place a generous tablespoon of hazelnut spread in the center, without stirring.
Cook in the microwave at full power (800W) for 1 minute and 30 seconds. If you want a creamier center, cook for 1 minute and 10 seconds.
Let it rest for 1-2 minutes before enjoying!
Bonus trick (if you want to go big)
After cooking, make a hole in the center with a teaspoon and insert some fresh hazelnut spread. The hot-cold contrast will be even more delicious and visible.
Tips and Variations of the Mug Cake
• Without eggs: replace them with 2 tablespoons of plain or plant-based yogurt.
• Lighter? Use whole cane sugar and plant-based milk.
• Express decoration: dust with powdered sugar, add chopped hazelnuts, or a bit of whipped cream.
Storage
This mug cake should be eaten immediately. It is not suitable for storage as it loses its softness within a few hours.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use any mug in the microwave?
Only if it is without metallic decorations, heat-resistant, and suitable for microwave cooking (like ceramic or tempered glass).
Does the hazelnut spread mug cake really get so fluffy in such a short time?
Yes! The microwave quickly cooks the batter, leaving a fluffy interior and a creamy center if you don’t overcook it.
Can it be made without baking powder?
You can omit it, but the texture will be denser and less airy.
