Microwaved Mug Chocolate Lava Cake

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A single-serving chocolate cake with a gooey molten center, ready in just minutes using your microwave. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, layers unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar 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 350 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 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and 4 tablespoons granulated sugar until combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 tablespoons vegetable oil and 3 tablespoons milk to the mug and stir thoroughly to form a smooth batter.
  3. Step 3: Microwave the mug on high for 70-90 seconds until the cake has risen but the center remains soft and gooey - do not overcook.
  4. Step 4: Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot) and allow it to cool for 1 minute before enjoying directly from the mug.

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