Quick and Easy Molten Salted Caramel Mug Cake

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 40 seconds
Total Time: 2 minutes 40 seconds

Imagine treating yourself to a rich and gooey dessert in just minutes! This Molten Salted Caramel Mug Cake is the ultimate mug dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth without the hassle of baking an entire cake. Perfect for those late-night cravings or a quick afternoon pick-me-up, this recipe is both indulgent and incredibly simple.

What makes this mug cake special? The molten salted caramel center that erupts with every spoonful! It’s like a warm hug in a cup, bringing together the delightful flavors of chocolate and caramel, perfectly balanced with a hint of salt. You won’t believe how quickly you can whip this up!

The Perfect Quick Treat

This easy-to-make Molten Salted Caramel Mug Cake is a rich, chocolatey dessert with a gooey caramel center. It’s warm, comforting, and satisfies your dessert cravings in under 5 minutes, making it a go-to option for a quick treat.

Ingredients

4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
4 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon salted caramel sauce
Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder until well combined.
Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add Caramel: Drop the salted caramel sauce in the center of the batter without mixing it in.
Microwave: Heat in the microwave for 30-40 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set around the edges, but still soft in the middle.
Serve: Let it cool for a minute, then sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt before digging in. Enjoy your molten mug cake straight from the mug!