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Quick Greek Yogurt Mug Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 6 minutes 30 seconds
  • Yield: 1 serving

Description

This Quick Greek Yogurt Mug Cake is a speedy, single-serving dessert perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings without the wait. Combining wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, and peanut butter, this mug cake is moist, tender, and rich in flavor. Ready in just minutes using your microwave, it’s an ideal guilt-free treat when you need a quick chocolate fix.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 tbsp all-purpose flour (King Arthur preferred)
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (Fage 5% preferred)
  • 2 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Additional

  • 3 tbsp chocolate chips (Ghirardelli 60% cacao recommended)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug (about 12 oz capacity), whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until fully combined with no lumps. Breaking up any cocoa powder clumps ensures even baking and a smooth cake texture.
  2. Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate small bowl, whisk the milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated, with no streaks of peanut butter visible. This step prevents overmixing later, keeping the cake tender.
  3. Combine and Stir Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the mug with the dry ingredients. Stir vigorously, scraping the bottom and sides of the mug, until you achieve a smooth, lump-free batter.
  4. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold the chocolate chips gently into the batter to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
  5. Microwave the Cake: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 90 seconds. The cake will rise substantially and the top might look slightly wet—this is normal. It will finish setting as it cools.
  6. Cool and Serve: Carefully remove the hot mug from the microwave. Let the cake rest for 3 minutes to allow the crumb to set perfectly. Serve warm directly from the mug, optionally topped with whipped cream, extra chocolate chips, or a drizzle of honey.

Notes

  • Use good quality chocolate chips for richer flavor pockets in the cake.
  • Whisking wet ingredients separately before combining helps avoid overmixing and yields a more tender cake.
  • The resting period after microwaving is important for proper texture and ease of eating.
  • You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or any other nut butter for a different flavor.
  • For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk and yogurt alternatives.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwaving
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sophiasrecipe.com/quick-greek-yogurt-mug-cake-recipe/