Mug Cake is a fast, fun dessert for one. This Peanut Butter Chocolate Mug Cake recipe is ready in 1 minute with rich flavors you’ll love.
Do you ever find yourself at home after dinner or after work (or school) feeling like you wished you had just a little something sweet?
You don't have anything that will fill the craving in your kitchen and you don't want it badly enough to go to the store?
If you are a peanut butter lover I have a solution for you: Peanut Butter Chocolate Mug Cake recipe.
It cooks in 1 minute in the microwave and is flourless (so naturally gluten-free)!
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What is a Mug Cake?
As the name suggests, a mug cake is a miniature cake cooked in a coffee mug in the microwave!
It's a perfect serving for one! It's fast and easy to make too.
Why Make this Mug Cake recipe?
We must have made this a hundred times and enjoy it every time.
Why make THIS mug cake recipe?
- It's easy
- Made with ingredients you probably have on hand
- Only four ingredients
- No flour
- Has a wonderful rich peanut butter and chocolate flavor
- Is ready in one minute; perfect for a dessert craving
- It’s a delicious recipe!
Ingredients in this Microwave Mug Cake recipe
Only four simple ingredients are needed to make this rich, delicious little mug cake:
- Peanut Butter
- 1 Egg
- Granulated Sugar
- Chocolate Chips
No Flour Mug Cake
When I first began experimenting to make a successful, good tasting mug cake, most had flour.
My research indicated gluten-free flour mug cakes weren't usually successful.
This version does not contain flour at all. Perfect for those gluten-free or just avoiding flour!
Chef’s Notes for Making this Mug Cake recipe
I've learned some things over the years of making this mug cake that I'll share:
- Results will vary depending on the mug used; both the mug size and the material.
- The mug in the photos is an 8-ounce (liquid/volume) mug. Each time the cake inflates and settles to a round top over the top of the mug.
- The mug in the video is also an 8-ounce mug but a heavy, thick diner mug. The cake settled a bit below the rim.
- The mug cake can be made in any size mug.
- Different microwaves can impact how much the cake rises.
Cooking the Mug Cake
When the mug cake cooks in the microwave, it will rise up much taller than the mug rim.
You'll think it's going to explode but it doesn't!
The rising peaks as the cooking concludes.
As the mug cake cools it will deflate and settle back into the mug for a denser cake as shown in the photos.
How to Make Peanut Butter Chocolate Mug Cake recipe – Step by Step
- In a small mixing bowl whisk together with a fork: egg, peanut butter and sugar.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Spoon into a microwave safe mug.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute!
- Allow to cool slightly before eating.
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Recipe
Peanut Butter Chocolate Mug Cake recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Egg , whisked to completely blend
- 3 tablespoons Smooth Peanut Butter
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Dark Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl combine the whisked egg, peanut butter and sugar. Using a fork, mix the ingredients to fully combine.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into a 8-ounce (volume/liquid) mug or larger.
- Place in the microwave and cook on high for 1 minute. Allow to cool slightly before eating. Note: the mug will be very hot, take care when handling it.
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Originally published: August 28, 2016
Linn says
I am seriously going to double the recipe and put it in a mini silicon doughnut pan, then top with glaze before serving… I think this would be a fabulous breakfast donut!
Toni Dash says
Please let me know how it turns out, will you? Yum.
Linn says
FANTASTIC!!!!
I doubled everything except the egg and added half a banana and cinnamon. Topped it with a simple glaze, also with cinnamon, and my husband went crazy! Plus knowing that they’re healthy…????????
Toni Dash says
That sounds SO good Linn! I love knowing this and thank you for leaving your comment!
Sharon R. says
This recipe is a keeper. Very good, thanks for the recipe.
Toni Dash says
I’m so glad!! You are most welcome. Thank you for taking the time to leave your comment.
Libby says
Does is truly need that much sugar? I wonder how it would do with that omitted??
Toni Dash says
That is the amount I’ve used and have found to work well. Another reader just left a comment about using a sugar substitute that worked great for her. Maybe try some experimenting? The sugar affects both taste and structure of the mug cake.
Jan Lewis says
Oh. My. God! This is awesome! I subbed Swerve granulated and used Lily’s sugar free chocolate chips. So it’s low carb and yummy! I will definitely be making this again! Thank you!
Toni Dash says
Your comment makes me so happy Jan! I am thrilled you loved it so much AND that you could adapt to meet your needs. Thank you for letting me know it worked out for you!
Robin Rue says
I have always wanted to give a mug cake a try. This one looks absolutely delicious.
Amy @ Marvelous Mommy says
Yum, it looks amazing! These would be perfect for a fancy tea party with cake inside each cup!
Rosey says
I have never had a mug cake. I bet I’d enjoy it though. 🙂
Amy Desrosiers says
Thank you! So happy you shared this yummy and easy to make recipe with us!!
Kita Bryant says
Don’t mind if I do! Yum! This is so good and helps control portions as well!
Debra says
It turned out great! It looks and sounds so yummy. I love that it is its own serving in a mug too!