Gluten Free Mug Cake

Spoonful of fudgy gluten-free chocolate mug cake with melting vanilla ice cream and chocolate chips

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This simple microwave recipe takes a few basic ingredients and turns them into a delicious, moist, single-serving chocolate cake that's also entirely gluten-free.

Prep: 4

Cook: 1

Total: 7

Recipe makes approximately 1 mug cake

Equipment Needed

small whisk
microwave-safe coffee mug (10-ounce or 12-ounce mug)
Microwave
toothpick (or butter knife)
small plate (or paper towel)

Ingredients Needed

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-process
1 tablespoon hot brewed coffee or hot water
3 tablespoons whole milk
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as vegetable or avocado oil
1 large egg yolk
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons gluten-free 1:1 flour blend (containing xanthan gum)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¹⁄₁₆ teaspoon fine salt, or one generous pinch
1 tablespoon chocolate chips, divided if desired

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Instructions

Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon hot brewed coffee or hot water to a 10- to 12-ounce microwave-safe mug. Whisk until they form a smooth, glossy paste with no dry cocoa remaining.
Add 3 tablespoons whole milk, 2 tablespoons neutral oil, 1 large egg yolk, and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is completely smooth and the yolk is fully incorporated.
Add 3 tablespoons gluten-free flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar, ¼ teaspoon baking powder, and ¹⁄₁₆ teaspoon fine salt. Stir gently just until no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
Fold in most of the 1 tablespoon chocolate chips, reserving a few for the top if desired. Press the reserved chips lightly into the surface of the batter.
Microwave on high for 45 seconds. Check the center, then continue microwaving in 10-second bursts until the top is just set and the center looks slightly underdone and glossy. Total cooking time will usually be 55 to 75 seconds, depending on the microwave’s wattage.
Let the mug cake rest for 1 -2 minutes. The residual heat will finish cooking the center and give it a soft, fudgy consistency. Enjoy warm directly from the mug, and add any topping you like.

Recipe Notes

Mixing: For less clean-up, you can mix the ingredients together right in your mug, instead of using a separate bowl.

Flour: We used King Arthur's Gluten-Free Measure-for-Measure Flour which contains xanthan gum.

Xanthan Gum: If your all-purpose gluten-free flour doesn't include xanthan gum, you do need to add some in separately. Your cake won't have the right texture if you don't use xanthan gum. For a recipe this small, you should only need a dash.

Bake Time: Every microwave is different. Our cake was ready after 60 seconds, but you may need additional time. Be careful not to microwave it too much, or your cake will be very dry.

Make it Dairy Free: Use almond milk or coconut milk, and use dairy-free or vegan chocolate chips.

Make it Vegan: Use almond milk or coconut milk, and use vegan chocolate chips. Make sure your granulated sugar is 100% vegan and not filtered with bone char.

Make it Keto: Check out our keto mug brownie recipe!

Nutrition Info (Approximate)