Super easy to make Nutella Mug Cake Recipe (2024)

Delicious easy Nutella Mug Cake Recipe! The perfect combination of chocolate and Nutella in an individual mug cake!

Nutella Mug Cake

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Let's chat about today's amazing Nutella recipe!

First, let me say HELLO YUM! This Nutella Mug Cake Recipe makes enough for two people if you like sharing.

I would not hold it against you if you hoarded all of this mug cake for yourself while curled up on the couch!

I have been trying so many recipes that I can't wait to share with everyone over the upcoming weeks.

There are so many things I love about this Mug Cake Recipe! Preparing and cooking only takes a few minutes, so I get yummy Nutella goodness in less than 5 minutes.

How can you go wrong with adding Nutella to everything possible? It is just that good.

Ingredients Nutella Mug Cake

Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients needed to make an epic Nutella Mug Cake! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.

All-Purpose Flour
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Baking Powder
Salt
Egg
Granulated Sugar
Nutella

Equipment Needed

Microwave-safe Mug
Fork

How to Make Nutella Mug Cake

I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version. Warning: This Nutella Mug Cake recipe is so good I used a fork to scrape all the bits I could!

1. In a mug, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

2. Beat in egg, sugar, and Nutella with a fork until very well blended
3. Microwave on high
4. Let cool slightly before digging in

Preparation and Storage

Make Ahead + Storage: Enjoy this easy-peasy microwave mug cake made to order! On the same note, storing it is unnecessary since it serves one to two people generously.

Freezing/How to Freeze: While we don’t recommend freezing this one to two-person Nutella Mug Cake since you’ll eat it up anyway, add some frozen berries or cherries if you want a cool element. We think blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or dark cherries would be fantastic!

Recipe Variations

Substitutions: We love making this mug treat with Nutella for the authentic flavor of the beloved chocolate hazelnut spread. Check out some other Nutella substitutes here if you’re feeling adventurous and want to try something new.

Vegetarian Option: This dessert recipe is vegetarian-friendly.

Vegan Option: Nutella contains skimmed milk powder, so check out Amazon or your local health food grocery store, such as Whole Foods Market, for vegan alternatives. Vegans will also want to use a plant-based egg substitute.

Gluten-Free: Nutella is a gluten-free product. Gluten-free home bakers will want to use their go-to gluten-free baking staples to make this recipe.

Make it Spicy: Add chili or cayenne pepper to taste if you want a Nutella Mug Cake with some heat.

Sugar-Free: The written recipe contains 52 grams of sugar, with granulated sugar and Nutella being the primary sources. Use sugar-free alternatives to these ingredients if you’re watching your sugar intake.

Tips for the Best Nutella Mug Cake

We love this Nutella Mug Cake as-is, but there are many ways to make it fancier if you so fancy! Garnish it with whipped cream or powdered sugar, mix chocolate chips or sprinkles into the batter, or top it with chopped hazelnuts for extra homemade flair.
Printable recipe card instructions are below.
Nutrition information, including calories, protein, calcium, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamin c, potassium, cholesterol, sodium, trans fat, monounsaturated fat, polyunsaturated fat, and more, will vary depending on the products used.

When to Serve + What to Serve with Nutella Mug Cake

Reach for this no-fail Nutella Mug Cake whenever you want a sweet treat to appear in front of you instantly. Here are some homemade bites that are equally indulgent and low-effort.

Sides: Sausage Cream Cheese Rolls, Air Fryer Spanakopita, Pigs in a Blanket, Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip, Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower, Black Bean Salsa, Cranberry Salsa, Air Fryer Frozen Potato Skins, Pizza Monkey Bread, Crock Pot Reuben Dip, Buffalo Chicken Wontons

Main Dishes: CrockPot Swedish Meatballs, Slow Cooker Beer Chili, Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese, , , , Pulled Pork Parfait, CrockPot Cabbage Rolls, Easy Vegetable Lo Mein

Desserts: Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip, Cherry Cheesecake Dip, Booty Dip, Air Fryer S'mores, Hot Chocolate Muddy Buddies, No Bake Peanut Butter Balls, Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies

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Super easy to make Nutella Mug Cake Recipe

How to make an easy delicious Nutella Mug Cake Recipe

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Print Rate

Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes

Total Time: 6 minutes minutes

Servings: 1

Calories: 582kcal

Author: Tammilee Tips

Ingredients

2 Tablespoon All Purpose Flour
1 ½ Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon Baking Powder
pinch Salt
1 Egg Large
1 Tablespoon White Sugar
2 Tablespoon Nutella

Instructions

In a mug, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Beat in egg, sugar and nutella with a fork until very well blended
Microwave on high for 75-90 seconds, or until risen and center is set.
Let cool slightly before digging in

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Super easy to make Nutella Mug Cake Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 582Calories from Fat 243

% Daily Value*

Fat 27g42%

Saturated Fat 23g144%

Cholesterol 164mg55%

Sodium 96mg4%

Potassium 577mg16%

Carbohydrates 75g25%

Fiber 7g29%

Sugar 52g58%

Protein 13g26%

Vitamin A 238IU5%

Calcium 148mg15%

Iron 6mg33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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FAQs

Why did my mug cake fail? ›

Don't overfill your mug with ingredients

So, if you fill it past two-thirds of the way full, you're more likely to have a messy overflow situation in the microwave. Overfilling might also affect how well the cake cooks through, as more batter means a longer bake time, which your recipe might not have accounted for.

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Why is my mug cake not fluffy? ›

You didn't use self-rising flour

Self-rising flour is a flour mixture that includes salt and baking powder, two ingredients that help cake become cake. This type of flour gives these baked goods a light and fluffy consistency.

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Can I use Nutella instead of cocoa powder in cake? ›

A popular ingredient in pantry cabinets, Nutella is another cocoa powder substitute option if chocolate flavor is optional to the recipe. Made with cocoa, sugar, palm oil, milk, and other artificial flavors, Nutella is a sweeter alternative to cocoa powder.

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Why is my mug cake hard? ›

Make sure you are using the flour as well as the eggs that are at room temperature. Warm, the better so that you can blend the mixture easily. If you use eggs right from the refrigerator, it may shift the coolness into the batter itself. This can make your cake hard and stiff.

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Do you put eggs in mug cake? ›

So for a single-serving mug cake, just skip the egg; a whole egg will overpower the small amount of batter (and it's pretty tough to divide an egg in quarters). Luckily, you don't need the egg—a pinch of baking powder is enough to help the batter rise up the sides of the mug.

Are mug cakes okay to eat? ›

To make a double portion, we recommend using two separate mugs! Are microwave mug cakes safe to eat? Yes! Mug cakes are completely safe to consume.

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Why does my mug cake taste bitter? ›

If you purposely or accidentally used baking soda instead of baking powder without making any changes to your recipe, you'll definitely end up with a bitter taste. Remember, baking soda is an alkaline, or base, ingredient that naturally has a bitter taste.

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Can you eat undercooked mug cake? ›

undercooked cake can and do make peolpe sick. reason being that it is not well cooked and the mixture of the raw ingredient can be very harmful to the body.

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Can I bake a cake in the microwave? ›

Yes, you heard that right! Microwave oven, a kitchen essential for short and handy cooking, can also function as a tool for baking cakes and other goodies. However, it is always better to use a microwave-safe glass cookware like a mug or bowl to bake a cake in a microwave.

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What makes cake very fluffy? ›

Most cakes begin with creaming butter and sugar together. Butter is capable of holding air and the creaming process is when butter traps that air. While baking, that trapped air expands and produces a fluffy cake. No properly creamed butter = no air = no fluffiness.

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What makes the cake puffy? ›

Leavening Agents

Since we're talking about cake and not yeast bread, we'll focus on chemical leavening. The reaction of baking soda or baking powder with the liquids in the batter releases carbon dioxide, which forms air bubbles to help your cakes be light and airy.

Can I melt Nutella for cake? ›

You can quickly melt Nutella by scooping it into a bowl and microwaving it gently. Or if you'd like to melt a larger amount, simply put the jar of Nutella into a bowl of hot water. If you only need a little Nutella for spreading, heat a metal knife or spoon then use it to scrape up the softened Nutella.

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What is mug cake made of? ›

Mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large microwave-safe mug; stir in milk, canola oil, water, and vanilla extract. Cook in the microwave until cake is done in the middle, about 1 minute 45 seconds.

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Can I bake in a coffee mug? ›

Microwave and oven-safe coffee cups are designed to tolerate high temperatures. The specific heat resistance of each cup depends on the material it is made of. For example, ceramic and glass cups are known for their excellent heat resistance and can typically handle the temperatures of both microwave and oven.

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How to bake a mug in the oven? ›

Place your mugs on a rimmed baking sheet (makes getting them in and out of the oven easier) and place them in a cold oven. Turn the oven on to 375 degrees and let it come to heat. Once preheated, let the mugs bake for 25 minutes. Turn the oven off, leaving the mugs inside, until it cools down.

Super easy to make Nutella Mug Cake Recipe (2024)

Nutella Mug Cake

Preparation and Storage

Recipe Variations

Tips for the Best Nutella Mug Cake

When to Serve + What to Serve with Nutella Mug Cake

Great Nutella Recipes

Super easy to make Nutella Mug Cake Recipe

Ingredients

Instructions

Nutrition

FAQs

Why did my mug cake fail? ›

What makes the cake puffy? ›

References