10-Min Fudgy Chocolate Cake for Two
Two thick, fudgy chocolate cakes microwaved in mugs, then stacked with whipped chocolate frosting. Rich, gooey center, ready in under 5 minutes — viral TikTok dessert that actually works.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ½ cup cream + 3 tbsp butter heavy cream and butter (for frosting)
Instructions
- 1
Mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder in a small bowl until combined.
- 2
Stir in oil and milk until smooth batter forms with no lumps.
- 3
Divide batter into two microwave-safe mugs, filling each halfway.
- 4
Microwave each mug on high for 90 seconds. Centers should look underbaked and fudgy.
- 5
Heat heavy cream and butter in a small saucepan over low until melted and smooth.
- 6
Remove from heat, add 3 tbsp cocoa powder and 0.25 cup powdered sugar, stir until glossy.
- 7
Let cakes cool 2 minutes, then invert onto plates. Spread warm frosting between and on top.
Tools you’ll need
- small mixing bowl
- two microwave-safe mugs (10–12 oz each)
- microwave
- small saucepan
- whisk or spoon
- two dessert plates
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