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5-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake Stack

Two fudgy chocolate cakes baked in a mug, stacked with whipped chocolate frosting. No mixer, no layer pans — ready in 5 minutes with viral TikTok appeal.

Total time
5 min
Servings
2
Calories
320
Protein
3g
5-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake Stack
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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • ½ cup chocolate frosting (canned or jarred)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix flour, cocoa powder, and sugar in a microwave-safe mug. Stir in milk and a pinch of salt until smooth batter forms.

  2. 2

    Microwave for 60–90 seconds until cake is set but still fudgy in the center. Let cool 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Repeat steps 1–2 to make a second cake in another mug or invert the first onto a plate.

  4. 4

    Whip chocolate frosting with heavy cream for 30 seconds until fluffy. Spread between cake layers or on top.

  5. 5

    Stack cakes or top one cake generously. Serve immediately while warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • microwave-safe mug (12 oz)
  • small spoon or whisk
  • second mug or plate

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