Gluten Free Chocolate Mug Cake (Print Version)
A decadent single-serving chocolate cake made in the microwave, ready in under 7 minutes without any gluten.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cake Base
01 - 3 tablespoons gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
05 - Pinch of salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 3 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
07 - 2 tablespoons neutral oil (canola or light olive oil)
08 - 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
09 - 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
10 - Whipped cream or fresh berries, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - In a microwave-safe mug (at least 12 oz), whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
02 - Pour in the milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until a smooth, lump-free batter forms, scraping the sides and bottom of the mug.
03 - Gently fold in the chocolate chips if using, distributing them throughout the batter.
04 - Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, until the cake is set and springs back lightly when touched. Microwave times may vary depending on wattage.
05 - Let the mug cake cool for 1 to 2 minutes. Top with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- From dry ingredients to warm, gooey chocolate cake in under seven minutes, no oven required.
- The gluten free flour blend works so seamlessly that nobody will ever guess this is allergy friendly.
02 -
- Microwave wattage varies wildly, so start at 1 minute 30 seconds and add time in 15 second bursts to avoid a rubbery, overcooked cake.
- Always verify your baking powder and cocoa powder are certified gluten free, since cross contamination at the factory level is surprisingly common.
03 -
- Place a small square of chocolate or a spoonful of Nutella into the center of the batter before microwaving for a molten lava cake effect.
- Stir the batter with a fork rather than a spoon to break up clumps faster and get a smoother result with less effort.