Chocolate Mug Cake in the Air Fryer
A rich, fudgy chocolate mug cake cooked entirely in the air fryer — no oven needed, no mess, ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for when that chocolate craving strikes and you want something warm, indulgent, and effortless.
🛒 Ingredients
1 servings
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons warm water
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pinch of salt
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Directions
- 1
In a large, heat-safe mug, combine the egg and brown sugar. Whisk vigorously with a fork until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
- 2
Dissolve the cocoa powder in the warm water, stirring until completely smooth, then pour into the mug and mix well to combine.
- 3
Sift the flour and baking powder directly into the mug. Gently fold together until just incorporated — avoid overmixing to keep the cake light.
- 4
Add the vegetable oil and a pinch of salt. Stir until the batter is smooth and glossy.
- 5
Preheat your air fryer to 320 °F (160 °C) for 5 minutes.
- 6
Place the mug in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes at 320 °F (160 °C). The cake is done when the top is set but the center is still slightly moist and fudgy — check with a toothpick.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a molten lava effect, press a few dark chocolate chips into the center of the batter before air frying. A teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of espresso powder will deepen the chocolate flavor beautifully. Make sure your mug is oven-safe and fits comfortably in your air fryer basket.
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