Five-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
(88)
  • Number of Servings: 1
Ingredients
1 coffee mug2 tablespoons whole wheat flour2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon cocoa powder1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 serving packaged egg whites2 tablespoons skim milk2 teaspoons oil1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla
Directions
Mix the dry ingredients in the mug.
Mix the wet ingredients in a separate small bowl, then pour into the mug and stir just until combined.
Microwave for 3 minutes on high. The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed!
Allow to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired.
Servings Per Recipe: 1
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 223.9
  • Total Fat: 5.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.6 mg
  • Sodium: 163.9 mg
  • Total Carbs: 42.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.7 g
  • Protein: 6.0 g

Member Reviews
  • DONANDMARY77
     It is a great way to indulge and have portion control at the same time! Why get stressed out about indulging? Those who have long term success with weight loss will agree, occasional splurges are part of life. Total deprivation of treats will only backfire in the end. - 6/6/13
  • KATHYJANE5
     My comment is for those who like to be so critical, you don't have to make it. Everyone on Spark is not on the same diet. This recipe works well as is. For those who can eat the ingredients and calories, why not? I agree with the moderation idea and normal ingredients. - 6/6/13
  • CD13880342
     For those who are critical: If you're afraid of 224 calories and an occasional sweet splurge, then have you really come to terms with changing your lifestyle for permanent weight loss? When the urge for chocolate cake hits I would rather make and eat something like this, which is real food. - 7/7/13
  • CORTNEY-LEE
     moderation people... personally, I have made these in the past and they are a great way to have a one time treat with no leftovers to temp you later. - 6/6/13
  • STALEAN
     *THIS RECIPE WAS CHANGED AFTER ALL THE CRITICISM.* I do a gluten-free version with flax meal, almond flour & stevia. It's still high in calories because of the flax & almond flour, but it's really high in fiber & omegas. Whether you make it with healthier options or not, it's still an easy recipe. - 6/6/13
  • 1STTOOHIASMOM
     what are you gonna do... it's a house favorite - sometimes we add nutella. hey, don't judge... sometimes you just gotta indulge!
    - 6/13/12
  • LESLIE871948
     I like REAL food and this was easy to make in three little ramekins, making each serving slightly less calorific and just as good. - 6/6/13
  • CD12683832
     Moderation is the key here, folks. Anything is fine in moderation. This recipe belongs here just as much as the spinach smoothies. Personally, I can't wait to try it! - 6/6/13
  • WANNATHIN
     I am really amazed at all the negativity. It's the first time I've seen it since I've been in Spark, and that's been years. I'm very unhappy now!

    I think the recipe sounds great. If someone doesn't want to eat it / make it / indulge, then just DON'T. Why come and bring the recipe writer down? - 7/19/13
  • MOMMACASSEY
     I'm confused about what recipe people are looking at. A couple of us see this has 1 serving in a mug & 223 calories, others see 2 servings & 300+ calories, according to the comments. This looks win-win: Settle Cravings + No Leftover Temptation = AWESOME. - 6/6/13
  • ITSREALLYONLYME
     nice treat for the calories. Regarding all the critical reviews, if you don't want to eat real food move on! Substituting Splenda for sugar is healthier????????? Since when is Frankenfood healthier. This is why I don't share my recipies. - 7/19/13
  • EWEINHISPASTURE
     I made this with a few modifications to suit my dietary needs. I cut the recipe in half, used whole hard white wheat freshly ground in my mill, used honey instead of sugar, whole raw milk, and even though I cut the recipe in half, I still used a whole large egg ... came out delicious! - 6/6/13
  • NORASPAT
     I make this with I tablespoon sugar and 2 tablespoons of water. I make this for DH. I add 2 65% Ghirardelli chocolate chips after baking and they melt and it is chocolate covered. DH loves it and it is done less frequently, Much better than a dozen for sure. - 6/6/13
  • MYCHARBEL
     This IS good for all the reasons mentioned already. The first time I made it I microwaved it too long and it turned out like Styrofoam. the next time I was more careful and it was VERY good. Just a tip for first-timers. - 7/19/13
  • CD13747314
     It was good for the most part,a little dry . I did change the oil for low sugar applesauce. If you have a strong microwave don't leave it on for three min. It was rock hard the first time I made it. In a similar recipe they said to microwave only 1 min.I did that on the second one and it was fine. - 7/19/13
  • WILDANGEL72
     To the original poster: I'm sorry you felt compelled to change your recipe due to intense criticism--that's what is out of place here, not the recipe. And FYI to many of the naysayers: "healthier" substitues like Splenda and other fake sugars are way more dangerous than a 300-calorie cake. - 12/5/13
  • MARYJOHANNAH
     There are many ways to enjoy this.....as many have said MODERATION. Thanks for posting this. I haven't made it in years and such an easy treat. - 7/7/13
  • URBANAUDREYE
     Okay, made with a whole egg instead of packaged egg white. Also added a squeeze of caramel sundae sauce just because. Cooked for the full 3 minutes, and while it is mildly dry, I think it's mainly because it's wheat flour. That always has a drier consistency to me. Very good, though! - 9/5/13
  • NRSTUDENTOFGOD
     Disappointing. Mine got over-cooked with 3 min. on high in 1350 microwave. I may try it again with a lower setting and/or a shorter time. - 7/19/13
  • NANCYANNE55
     I'm trying to figure out how much 1/2 serving of packaged egg whites is in Tablespoons, since I always use fresh. Anyone know? - 7/10/13
  • CD12760084
     i tweaked it with a small handful of raspberries and mini chocolate chips....yummy - 7/8/13
  • GINNYRAEL
     This might look good and may even taste good, but I can think of a whole lot of other things with better taste and more quantity that I would rather utilize 300+ calories on! - 6/6/13
  • CLS567
     Cook for only 2 minutes - 9/10/13
  • GAILSMAILS
     This looks really wonderful and will try it with applesauce to replace the oil.
    I'm confused by some of the comments - 300+ calories? 2 servings in a mug? The recipe on my screens says 223 calories and 1 serving per recipe. What am I missing? - 6/6/13
  • SLIMMERKIWI
     How does this have so much fibre with such a meager amount of flour? Also, I would be inclined to decrease the oil quite a bit, and in it's place add a little pureed apple. - 6/6/13



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