Love-Struck Lava Mug Cake That Melts Hearts in Minutes
Learn how to make delicious Love-Struck Lava Mug Cake. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or whole wheat pastry flour for a nuttier flavor)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or coconut sugar for a subtle caramel note)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk (any kind—dairy or plant-based works)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter (I like butter for that extra richness)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips or chunks (semi-sweet or dark, depending on your mood)
If you’re looking to switch things up, I’ve often swapped the chocolate chips for chopped pecans or even a spoonful of Mama Lu’s blackberry jam right in the center. Both add a lovely surprise to the molten core.
Instructions
- Grab a microwave-safe mug, about 12 ounces or larger, so you have room for the cake to rise.
- In the mug, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. This dry mix is the foundation, much like the flour dust that always seemed to settle on my apron in Mama Lu’s kitchen.
- Add the milk, vegetable oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract to the mug. Stir gently until you get a smooth batter, scraping the bottom so no dry bits remain. The batter will be thick but pourable.
- Press the chocolate chips or chunks into the center of the batter. You want them nestled in like a hidden treasure—this is the molten heart of your cake.
- Microwave on high for 50-70 seconds. Start with 50, then check. The edges should look set but the center still a bit soft and gooey. Be careful not to overcook, or it’ll turn rubbery—something I learned the hard way after a few too many tries.
- Let the mug cake sit for 1-2 minutes. This little pause lets the chocolate center ooze just right and cools enough to enjoy without burning your tongue.
- Enjoy straight from the mug, maybe with a spoonful of whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar if you’re feeling fancy.
Find it online: https://claracooking.com/love-struck-lava-mug-cake/
