Oreo Mug Chocolate Cake (Printable Version)

Fudgy chocolate cake crafted with Oreos and milk, microwaved for a quick and satisfying dessert.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 4 Oreo sandwich cookies
02 - 3 tablespoons milk (whole, 2%, or plant-based)

→ Optional Add-Ins

03 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon chocolate chips

→ Topping (optional)

06 - Whipped cream, chocolate syrup, or crushed Oreo cookies

# Directions:

01 - Place Oreo cookies in a microwave-safe mug and crush thoroughly with a fork or spoon until fine crumbs form.
02 - Add milk to the mug and mix until a smooth, thick batter forms.
03 - Optionally, stir in baking powder and sugar to lighten and sweeten the batter.
04 - Fold in chocolate chips if extra gooeyness is desired.
05 - Microwave on high power for 60 to 90 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set but still slightly moist in the center. Adjust time based on microwave wattage.
06 - Allow to cool for 1 minute before serving. Top with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, or crushed Oreos if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in 5 minutes flat, which means you can satisfy a chocolate craving faster than it takes to debate whether you're actually hungry.
  • Made with just Oreos and milk, so you probably have everything already hiding in your kitchen.
  • A single serving means no leftover cake tempting you from the counter for days.
  • The texture walks that perfect line between fudgy and cake-like, warm and slightly melty in the middle.
02 -
  • Microwave wattage is everything—a 1000W microwave cooks faster than an 800W one, so your first attempt might need tweaking, but you'll figure out your exact time after making it twice.
  • Overcooked mug cake becomes dense and slightly rubbery, which defeats the whole purpose; underdone stays fudgy and warm, which is exactly where you want to be.
03 -
  • Use a mug that can actually handle microwave heat and has enough room for the cake to rise without spilling over—a standard coffee mug works perfectly, but test it first if you're unsure.
  • If your microwave has a turntable, your cake cooks more evenly; if it doesn't, you might need to check it at the 1-minute mark to make sure it's cooking evenly.
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