Cake in a Cup

The cake in a cup, also known as mug cake, is a fast and convenient dessert that can be made directly in a cup and cooked in just a few minutes in the microwave. Here I leave you a classic version with an Italian twist, for example by adding a bit of coffee or a spoonful of Nutella, typical flavors of the Bel Paese.

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons of flour
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder (provided that you like the taste of chocolate)
• A pinch of salt
• 3 tablespoons of milk
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract (optional)
• 2 tablespoons of seed oil (or melted butter)
• 1 egg
• (Optional) 1 tablespoon of Nutella or instant coffee for an Italian touch

Preparation

1. In a large microwave-safe cup, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
2. Add the egg and mix well with a fork until fully incorporated.
3. Add the milk, oil, and vanilla extract and mix until you have a smooth batter.
4. If you wish to add an Italian flavor, you can now put a spoonful of Nutella in the center of the batter without stirring or a teaspoon of instant coffee in the batter and mix it in.
5. Microwave on high power for about 1-2 minutes. Cooking time can vary depending on the power of your microwave, so keep an eye on the cake and do tests to understand the perfect timing.
6. Let the cake cool for a minute before enjoying it directly from the cup.

The mug cake is a delightful snack that can be customized in many ways. The beauty of the cake in a cup is that you can add chopped chocolate, nuts, or chocolate chips to the batter to add more flavor and texture.

Curiosity

The cake in a cup has become very popular thanks to its quick preparation and single serving size, perfect for when you want something sweet but don’t want to prepare a whole dessert.