Description
This Hot Cocoa Cupcake Mug is a quick and delightful single-serving dessert that combines the rich flavors of cocoa and sweet marshmallows into a moist cupcake cooked right in your mug using the microwave. Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings in just minutes with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon hot cocoa mix (for extra flavor)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Add-ins and Garnish
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 tablespoon hot cocoa mix (optional, for extra flavor)
- 2–3 tablespoons mini marshmallows (additional for topping)
- Whipped cream or extra hot cocoa mix (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of hot cocoa mix until fully combined to create the cupcake base.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the dry mixture, add vanilla extract, milk, vegetable oil, and stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and homogeneous with no lumps.
- Fold in Marshmallows: Gently fold 1/4 cup of mini marshmallows into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout for melty pockets of sweetness.
- Microwave Bake: Microwave the mug on high power for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your microwave’s strength. The cupcake should rise nicely and be set but moist in the center.
- Add Extra Flavor and Melt Topping: Once baked, create a small well in the center of the cupcake and add 1 tablespoon of hot cocoa mix and 2-3 additional mini marshmallows. Microwave again for 10-15 seconds to melt the marshmallows and infuse extra chocolate flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Carefully remove the mug from the microwave, top the cupcake with whipped cream or a sprinkle of extra hot cocoa mix as a garnish for an extra indulgent touch.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, gooey, chocolatey goodness straight from the mug.
Notes
- Microwave times may vary; adjust according to your microwave’s wattage to avoid overcooking.
- Use a microwave-safe mug large enough to accommodate the rising batter to prevent overflow.
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk or add a teaspoon of instant coffee granules to the dry mix.
- Optional toppings like chocolate chips or crushed peppermint can be added before baking for variety.
- The recipe is perfect for a quick single-serving dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
