30 Minute Chocolate Cake For Two
A quick and easy chocolate cake recipe that serves two, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the need for an entire cake.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 each egg Use room temperature for best results.
- 1/4 cup milk Can substitute with almond milk.
- 2 tablespoons canola oil Can substitute with coconut oil.
- 1/2 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
Frosting Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons room temperature butter
- 3 tablespoons cocoa
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk For frosting.
Garnish (optional)
- Dark chocolate shavings Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt using a fork until well combined.
- Stir in the egg, milk, canola oil, alcohol-free vanilla extract, and water fully incorporating them into the dry ingredients.
- Heavily grease three large mugs (each should hold about 1 cup).
- Evenly pour the batter into the prepared mugs, filling each about halfway.
Cooking
- Cook in the microwave one mug at a time for 1 minute on high.
- Gently shake each mug to help loosen the cake.
- Carefully flip each mug onto a parchment paper-lined plate to release the cake. Repeat for the remaining mugs and allow cakes to cool for about 5 minutes in the freezer.
Frosting
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by combining the butter, cocoa, powdered sugar, and milk in a stand mixer. Beat on high speed until light and fluffy.
Assembly
- Frost the top of each cooled cake layer, stack them, and if desired, garnish with dark chocolate shavings.
Notes
For a richer flavor, try using dark cocoa powder or a blend of flours. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.