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    Home » Dessert

    Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

    May 13, 2022 by Lee 1 Comment This post may contain affiliate sales links.

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    This Chocolate Chip Mug Cake is sweet and oozing with mini chocolate chips! It is the perfect last minute dessert and takes just 5 minutes to make! Best yet, this mug cake is gluten free, eggless, nut free and easily vegan!

    Gooey Chocolate Chip Mug Cake on a black plate with a bite.

    This Chocolate Chip Cake in a Mug couldn't be any easier to make! It's an eggless microwave cake that whips up in just 5 minutes! 3 minutes of prep and 2 minutes to cook!

    If you're looking for more chocolate chip recipes, check out my Vanilla Chocolate Chip Cake, Gluten Free Banana Cake and Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies.

    REASONS TO LOVE THESE Cakes

    • Allergy Friendly- These cakes are gluten free, nut free, egg free and can easily be dairy free (vegan). 
    • Soft & Fluffy- The cakes are so super soft and delicious.
    • Easy To Make- They take 5 minutes to make!!
    The ingredients in separate bowls with their names on them.

    INGREDIENT NOTES

    • Gluten Free Flour- If you also have nut allergies, make sure to use a brand that’s made in a nut free facility. I really love to use this one because it’s nut safe but it does contain dairy. 
    • Light Brown Sugar- Helps us add moisture to the cakes since there are no eggs.
    • Milk of Choice- If there are no dairy allergies or if you’re not vegan, you can use regular whole milk. For non dairy, use a non dairy milk of your choosing.
    • Vegetable Oil- In this recipe we use oil instead of butter or a vegan baking stick. You can also use canola oil.

    EXPERT BAKING TIPS

    SMOOTHING THE BATTER

    Many gluten free flour batters have a way of staying exactly as they are placed, when baked.
    If you leave it misshapen after put it into the ramekins, that’s how they will remain when baked.

    When the batter is in the ramekins, gently smooth the tops with a butter knife or the back or a small spoon.

    Cook Them Together

    The cook time in the recipe card is for both cakes cooked together in the microwave. The recipe makes two. If you did one at a time, the cook time would be different.

    STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS WITH PICTURES 

    Here are the steps to make these mug cakes! 

    STEP 1: MIX THE DRY INGREDIENTS

    In a medium small bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, the light brown sugar, the baking powder and the salt until combined.

    Gluten free flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt in a bowl mixed.

    Step 2: Pour In The Wet Ingredients

    Add in the milk of choice, the vegetable oil and the vanilla. Whisk until combined. If it gets too thick, switch to a spatula.

    • Wet ingredients added in the bowl with a whisk.
    • Mixing into a batter.

    Step 3: Add In the Chocolate Chips

    Pour in 2 tablespoons of the mini chocolate chips and use the spatula to mix them throughout the batter.

    • Adding 172 mini chocolate chips into the batter.
    • Mixing the chocolate chips throughout with a spatula.

    Step 4: Fill The Ramekins

    Divide the batter equally between two greased ramekins. It should be about 2.5 tablespoons of batter in each ramekin.

    Smooth the tops with a small knife or the back of a tiny spoon.

    Step 5: Sprinkle extra Chocolate Chips

    If desired, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of chocolate chips on top of each batter. Gently press down so the chips stick to the batter but do not submerge.

    • A ceramic mug with the chocolate chip battter.
      Step 4
    • Adding more chocolate chips to the top.
      Step 5

    Step 6: Cook in the Microwave

    Pop the ramekins both into the microwave and heat on high for 1 minute and 40 seconds.

    The cakes should be risen, springy when carefully touched and a toothpick inserted should come out clean.

    If they're still raw after the minute 40 (every microwave is different, continue to heat in 15 second increments until cooked.

    Baked mug cakes with vanilla cake and melty chocolate chips.

    HOW TO MAKE THESE CAKES VEGAN

    Follow these simple steps to make sure these mug cakes are vegan:

    • Use a gluten free flour that’s free from dairy.
    • Only use a non dairy milk of choice.
    • Read the label to ensure your mini chocolate chips are gluten free, nut free and vegan.
    Warm chocolate chips melt in the vanilla cake in a mug.

    FAQ

    Can I make these cakes ahead of time?


    Most gluten free baked goods are best made the same day, and these cakes are no exception. 

    They really are best fresh. I advise making them the same day.

    How many cakes does this recipe make?


    This recipe makes 2 cakes in two 4 inch ramekins.

    Can I cook these in an oven?


    Yes. They will cook at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes or until the tops are golden, risen and springy when carefully poked and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

    Gluten free chocolate chip cake in a white mug with a spoon.

    STORING AND FREEZING 

    STORING 

    Since gluten free and eggless baked goods are best the first day, we want to try to keep this chocolate chip mug cake as fresh as possible. 

    If not eating right away, use a spatula to gently lift the cake out of the ramekin and wrap in aluminum foil.

    Keep it wrapped at room temperature until ready to consume. Then, if desired, warm in the microwave for about 5 seconds. Don't warm for more than a few seconds or it will be rubbery.

    FREEZING

    This chocolate chip mug cake is meant to be eaten the same day. I do not recommend freezing the cake.

    Other Easy Cakes To Try

    • A slice of eggless vanilla cake topped with frosting and rainbow sprinkles.
      Eggless Vanilla Cake
    • A slice of delicious Eggless Strawberry Cake on a plate.
      Eggless Strawberry Cake
    • Light and airy, this Irish Tea Cake sits covered in powdered sugar.
      Irish Tea Cake

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    Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @laneandgreyfare if you make my recipes and follow along on Pinterest! Enjoy!!! 

    Gooey Chocolate Chip Mug Cake on a black plate with a bite.

    Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

    Lee
    This Chocolate Chip Mug Cake is sweet and oozing with mini chocolate chips! It is the perfect last minute dessert and takes just 5 minutes to make! Best yet, this mug cake is gluten free, eggless, nut free and easily vegan!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Cook Time 2 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Cakes and Cupcakes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 cakes
    Calories 306 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ¼ cup gluten free flour
    • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar , packed
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 pinch kosher salt
    • ¼ cup milk of choice
    • 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
    • ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
    • 2 teaspoons mini chocolate chips for the tops

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium small bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, the light brown sugar, the baking powder and the salt until combined.
    • Add in the milk of choice, the vegetable oil and the vanilla. Whisk until combined. If it gets too thick, switch to a spatula. 
    • Pour in the 2 tablespoons of mini chocolate chips and use the spatula to mix them throughout.
    • Divide the batter equally between two greased ramekins. It should be about 2.5 tablespoons of batter in each ramekin. Smooth the tops of the batter with a small knife or the back of a tiny spoon.
    • If desired, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of chocolate chips on top of each batter. Gently press down so the chips stick to the batter but do not submerge. 
    • Pop both ramekins in the microwave and cook for 1 min 40 seconds. The cakes should be risen, springy when carefully touched and a toothpick inserted should come out clean. 

    Notes

    Storing: If not eating right away, use a spatula to gently lift the cake out of the ramekin and wrap in aluminum foil. Keep it wrapped at room temperature until ready to consume. Then, if desired, warm in the microwave for about 5 seconds. Don't warm for more than a few seconds or it will be rubbery.
    I do not recommend freezing this chocolate chip mug cake. 
    For vegan: Use a non dairy gluten free flour, non dairy milk of choice and vegan chocolate chips. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 306kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 101mgPotassium: 63mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 94IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Chocolate Chip, Dairy Free, Eggless, Gluten Free, mug cake, Nut Free, Vegan
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    1. John

      May 13, 2022 at 11:15 am

      5 stars
      Such a quick and easy treat in a cup to make!

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