Easy 2 Min Microwave Mug Cake

Summer break is a magical time.

Also known as:
“Mumma, I’m bored!”
“Mumma, can we bake?”
“Mumma, I want something sweet!”
…all before noon.

So instead of saying No (for the 45th time), I said, “Sure. YOU bake!”

Spoiler alert: …no eggshells in the batter, and no tantrums (from mom or child).

Welcome to the wonder of the Easy Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake—made with wheat flour, stirred up in a single mug, and zapped to perfection in under 2 minutes.

Yes, you read that right.
2 minutes. One mug. Zero regrets.

This recipe was born out of that need for a quick, easy, mess-free dessert the kids could actually make by themselves. It became their go-to summer activity, post-lunch treat, and even birthday surprise (for us, made by them).

Why This Mug Cake Wins Hearts and Time:

• No maida – just wheat flour
• Made in under 5 minutes
• No baking skills needed
• Mixed in the same mug—less washing.
• Kids can do it ALL

• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour (atta)
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• 7 tbsp milk
• 2 tbsp oil or melted butter
• A drop of vanilla essence (optional)
• Chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional, but fun)

How to Make It (Let the Kids Take Over)

1. Mix dry ingredients:

In a microwave-safe mug, mix wheat flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. Add wet ingredients:

Pour in milk, oil/butter, and vanilla. Stir it all together with a spoon until smooth.

3. Add toppings (if any)

Sprinkle in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or even a small chunk of chocolate in the center for a gooey surprise.

4. Microwave for 1½ to 2 minutes (Every microwave is different. Start with 90 seconds and check with a spoon.)

5. Cool for a minute. Then dig in.

Add a scoop of ice cream if you’re feeling fancy. Or just eat it straight from the mug like a summer warrior.

Why Moms Approve:

Whole wheat instead of maida

Portion-controlled

No mess, no oven, no drama

Kids stay busy and learn something

Final Thought:

Summer breaks are full of chaos and cravings. But sometimes, a warm, chocolatey mug in a child’s hand—made entirely by them—is all it takes to turn a hot afternoon into a happy memory. Because they didn’t just eat cake… they made it.

Love frozen treats? Got bored kids at home?

Then you need to try these super simple, fruity poppsicals I just made HERE.

This blog post is a part of #BlogchatterFoodFest

This blog post is part of ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Ratna Prabha.