Microwave Coconut Chocolate Mug Cake

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A quick single-serving mug cake with coconut flavor and a rich chocolate center, ready in 7 minutes using the microwave. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 1, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 2 min Serves 1 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder until evenly combined.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 3 tablespoons coconut milk and 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil until the batter is smooth with no lumps.
  3. Step 3: Microwave the mug cake on high for 90 seconds, checking after 60 seconds to ensure it is cooking evenly.
  4. Step 4: Let the cake cool for 1-2 minutes until warm but firm, then enjoy directly from the mug.

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