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When a chocolate craving hits and you need dessert right now, this chocolate chip mug cake is the answer. It’s soft, fluffy, and packed with melty chocolate chips-everything you love about a classic cake, but made in just one mug. There’s no mixer, no oven, and no waiting around-just a few minutes and a microwave stand between you and this warm, gooey treat. Perfect for when you want something sweet, simple, and totally satisfying.

This mug cake recipe has no eggs making it a great dessert option when you are out eggs or have an egg allergy.

A chocolate chip mug cake sits on a white and yellow napkin, with a plate and cookie in the background.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Ready in minutes: No need to preheat the oven, just mix and microwave!
Single serving: Perfect portion for one (or two if you feel generous).
Simple ingredients: You probably already have everything in your pantry.
Customizable: Add nuts, caramel drizzle, or a scoop of ice cream on top.

A scoop of chocolate chip cookie dough on a gray plate, topped and surrounded by a few chocolate chips—perfect for transforming into a quick chocolate chip mug cake treat.

Ingredients

A few pantry ingredients are all you need to make this egg free chocolate chip mug cake.

All-purpose flour : The base of the cake, giving it structure and a soft crumb.
Sugar : Sweetens the mug cake and balances the chocolate.
Baking powder : Helps the cake rise and become fluffy.
Milk : Keeps the cake moist and tender.
Oil : Adds richness and a soft texture—vegetable or sunflower oil works well.
Vanilla extract : Enhances the flavor and adds a hint of warmth.
Chocolate chips : The star of the show! They melt slightly into the batter for gooey chocolate pockets.

How to Make Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

A quick and easy mug cake dessert.

A white mug containing a mixture of flour and sugar, perfect for creating a chocolate chip mug cake, sits on a speckled countertop.

In a mug, mix the dry ingredients.

White mug filled with flour, milk, vanilla extract, and other liquid ingredients for a chocolate chip mug cake on a speckled countertop, viewed from above.

Stir in the wet ingredients.

A white mug with chocolate chip mug cake and cookie dough sits on a speckled countertop, tempting your sweet tooth.

Fold in the chocolate chips and cook.

Recipe Tips

Don’t overmix the batter: just stir until combined for a fluffy texture.
Microwave power matters: Cooking time varies depending on your microwave (usually 60–90 seconds).
Watch closely: Stop the microwave when the cake rises and looks just set in the center.
Add a topping: A spoonful of whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce makes it extra indulgent.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy your chocolate chip mug cake warm, straight from the mug! Top it with:

A scoop of vanilla ice cream for a molten cake experience.
A drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce.
A sprinkle of sea salt for a sweet-and-salty twist.
Fresh berries for a touch of freshness.

A white mug filled with a light brown beverage, reminiscent of a chocolate chip mug cake, topped with whipped cream and chocolate chips, placed on a folded white and yellow napkin.

More Mug Cake Recipes

If you enjoy a dessert in a mug, try these other delicious and easy recipes/l

Apple Cinnamon Mug Cake

Banana Rum Mug Cake

3 Ingredient Banana Mug Cake

Nutella Mug Cake