How to make a mug cake | Microwave Mug Cake Recipe (no eggs, 3 ingredients)

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining moisture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: applesauce

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Applesauce reduces fat while adding moisture.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chopped chocolate bar

Dark chocolate offers a richer flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while providing sweetness.

Start with 3 tablespoons of chocolate cake mix.

Add 2 tablespoons of water.

Add 1 teaspoon of canola oil or vegetable oil.

Mix until combined.

For a larger mug cake, double the ingredients: use 6 tablespoons of chocolate cake mix.

Add 4 tablespoons of water.

Add 2 teaspoons of canola oil or vegetable oil.

Mix well with a fork.

Optionally spray the inside of the mug or bowl with kitchen spray.

Microwave the bowl for 1 minute on high.

Microwave the mug for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 1 minute and 45 seconds.

Check doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.

Once cooked, add desired toppings like powdered sugar or frosting.

For the mug, use a piping bag to add frosting in the middle and around the edges.

Top with sprinkles.

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