Description

This flourless chocolate Nutella mug cake is a quick and indulgent dessert you can make in minutes. No flour or oven needed—just simple ingredients and a microwave.

Ingredients

Scale

3 tablespoons Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread

1 large egg

1 tablespoon cocoa powder

1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

1 tablespoon milk or non-dairy alternative

pinch of salt

1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1. Choose a 10–12 ounce microwave-safe mug.

2. Add Nutella to the mug and microwave for 10 seconds if it is too thick.

3. Crack the egg into the mug and whisk with Nutella until smooth.

4. Stir in cocoa powder, milk, sugar if using, and a pinch of salt until no lumps remain.

5. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.

6. Microwave on high for 45 to 60 seconds until the top is set but slightly glossy.

7. Let the mug cake rest for 30 seconds before serving.

8. Top with ice cream, berries, or whipped cream if desired.

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Category: dessert
Method: microwave
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mug

Keywords: chocolate, nutella, mug cake, flourless, quick dessert, microwave cake, gluten-free, five-minute recipe, easy dessert