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Air fryer chocolate mug cake with a gooey chocolate center, melted chocolate drizzle, and chocolate chips on top
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Air Fryer Chocolate Mug Cake - Quick, Gooey, and Satisfying

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Servings: 1 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (for moisture and deeper flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (canola, vegetable, or light olive oil)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional but recommended)
  • Optional add-ins: 1 teaspoon peanut butter, a few raspberries, or a pinch of instant espresso powder

Instructions

  • Choose the right mug or ramekin: Use a sturdy, oven-safe 10–12 ounce mug or a 6–8 ounce ramekin. Make sure it fits easily in your air fryer basket with room around it for airflow.
  • Preheat the air fryer: Set it to 350°F (175°C) for about 3 minutes. Preheating helps the cake rise evenly and cook on time.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In your mug, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until there are no streaks.
  • Add wet ingredients: Pour in milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir until smooth and well combined, scraping the bottom and sides of the mug. The batter should be thick but pourable.
  • Stir in extras: Fold in chocolate chips or your chosen add-ins. For peanut butter, dollop it in the center and gently swirl for a molten pocket.
  • Air fry: Place the mug in the basket. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes. Start checking at 7 minutes. The top should look set and spring back lightly when touched.
  • Check doneness: Insert a toothpick in the center. For a fudgier texture, a few moist crumbs are fine; for a cakier finish, it should come out mostly clean.
  • Rest briefly: Let it sit for 2 minutes. It continues to set and cools to a comfortable eating temperature.
  • Top and serve: Add a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, berries, or a dusting of cocoa. Enjoy warm.