Name: Orange Chocolate Mug Cake
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons all purpose flour; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 4 tablespoons milk; 1 tablespoon orange juice; 1/2 teaspoon orange zest; 1 tablespoon melted butter; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)

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This Orange Chocolate Mug Cake is the perfect single-serving treat that comes together in minutes! The combination of deep cocoa flavors and bright, zesty orange creates a luxurious dessert that tastes like a gourmet chocolate-orange truffle—but made right in your microwave. Whether you need a quick dessert fix or a cozy late-night indulgence, this mug cake will not disappoint.

Orange chocolate mug cake with chocolate chips and a hint of lemon zest in a white mug on a green checkered cloth, surrounded by decadent chocolate pieces.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Quick & Easy: Ready in just a few minutes with simple ingredients.
Perfect Portion: A single-serve treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without leftovers.
Delicious Flavor Combo: Rich chocolate with fresh orange zest for a balanced, irresistible taste.
Customizable: Add chocolate chips for extra decadence or swap in dairy-free alternatives if needed

Ingredients

Gather your ingredients to make a tasty egg-free mug cake in under 5 minutes.

All-Purpose Flour : The base of the cake, providing structure.
Cocoa Powder : Adds rich chocolate flavor—use unsweetened cocoa for best results.
Sugar: Sweetens the cake and balances the cocoa’s bitterness.
Baking Powder : Helps the cake rise and stay fluffy.
Milk : Adds moisture; use dairy or non-dairy milk.
Orange Juice : Enhances the citrus notes while keeping the cake moist.
Orange Zest : Packs in fresh, fragrant orange flavor.
Melted Butter : Adds richness and softness to the texture. Swap with coconut or vegetable oil for a dairy free recipe.
Vanilla Extract: Complements the chocolate and orange flavors.
Chocolate Chips (Optional): Melts into the cake for extra chocolatey goodness.

How To Make Orange Chocolate Mug Cake

A bowl brimming with cocoa powder and flour sits on a saucer, ready to transform into an orange chocolate mug cake, accompanied by a small dish of liquid on the countertop.

Add the dry ingredients into a mug.

Top view of a white cup containing a mixture of hot cocoa powder, partially melted butter, and creamy liquid, reminiscent of the rich flavors in an orange chocolate mug cake, all set against a speckled surface.

Mix in the wet ingredients.

A white mug on a saucer holds an orange chocolate mug cake topped with dark chocolate chips, set on a speckled countertop.

Sprinkle with chocolate chips and microwave.

An orange chocolate mug cake adorned with chocolate chips and a lemon slice on top sits elegantly on a green-checkered cloth, with extra chocolate chips and a citrusy garnish beside it.

Serve and enjoy!

Recipe Tips

Use Fresh Orange Zest: It adds a natural citrus flavor that enhances the chocolate.
Don’t Overmix: Stir just until combined to keep the texture light and fluffy.
Microwave in Short Bursts: Every microwave is different, so cook in 15-second intervals after the first 50 seconds to prevent overcooking.
Serve Immediately: Mug cakes are best enjoyed warm for a soft, gooey texture.

A spoonful of orange chocolate mug cake is held above a white mug containing a delectable mix of chocolate cake and a scoop of melting ice cream, all set on a green and white checkered cloth.

More Chocolate Mug Cake Recipes

For lovers of chocolate and quick desserts, try our other chocolate mug cake recipes:

Chocolate Raspberry Mug Cake

White Chocolate Mug Cake

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