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Moist and chocolatey, this Eggless Mug Cake recipe will satisfy your sweet tooth without guilt. This vegan chocolate mug cake is healthy, gluten-free and dairy-free. Easy 2-minute microwave recipe!
If you are looking for a quick and easy vegan dessert, this recipe is for you. Made in under two minutes in the microwave, this chocolate mug cake with no eggs is perfect as a snack or late-night dessert. The best part is that it’s so healthy and good for you. Gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, eggless and high in fibers.
What are you waiting for? Keep on reading to learn how to make chocolate mug cake with no eggs.
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Why this is the BEST mug cake with no eggs
- Vegan, dairy-free, eggless and refined flour free, this is a healthy dessert that you can enjoy without guilt. Whenever you want.
- Rich, moist and chocolatey, this eggless mug cake tastes delicious. Better than bakery pastries.
- Ready in under 2 minutes, this microwave cake is perfect if you are looking for quick and easy recipes to make. The ultimate lazy healthy dessert.
- Versatile and customizable, you can personalize this dessert with all the foods you like. Chocolate chips, peanut butter, nuts…literally anything.
What’s in eggless mug cake?
This easy chocolate mug cake recipe requires no more than a handful of basic ingredients. From banana to maple syrup, you probably already have everything at home. Make sure you read further to learn everything about ingredients and substitutes.
- Banana. Half ripe banana serves as natural sweetener, helps provide moisture and texture to your mug cake. You can replace with 3 tablespoons of applesauce, pear sauce or pumpkin purée.
- Oat flour. For a eggless chocolate mug cake that is also high in fibers and nutrients, I used oat flour. But you are free to choose any other flour, such as whole wheat flour, spelt flour or all purpose flour. Also almond flour can be used.
- Cocoa powder. Cocoa powder adds a rich chocolate flavor to the mug cake. For less sugar, I recommend unsweetened cocoa powder. But also dutch cocoa or sweetened cocoa powder are suitable.
- Maple syrup. Together with banana, pure maple syrup sweetens this eggless mug cake in a natural way. The best alternatives are honey, agave syrup and date syrup.
- Milk of choice: Milk is added to provide moisture and create a batter-like consistency. You can use any type of milk, such as oat milk, unsweetened almond milk, soy milk, cow’s milk, or any other dairy-free milk.
- Baking powder: Baking powder acts as leavening agent, helping the dessert rise and become fluffy.
- Vanilla extract and salt. Last but not least, vanilla extract gives this vegan mug dessert a delicious taste while salt balances its sweetness level.
Optional ingredients and mix-ins
The simplicity of my vegan chocolate mug cake recipe gives plenty of room for customization. Add extra ingredients to the batter or toppings and create your own mug dessert. Eggless, of course.
Some of my favorite add-ins are fresh blueberries, chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, pecans and peanut butter. I actually included dairy chocolate chips both inside and on top of my microwave chocolate cake. Plus some more banana.
How to make chocolate mug cake with no flour?
Mix all ingredients together. In a microwave-safe mug, mash the banana and combine with oat flour, cocoa powder, maple syrup, baking powder and salt. Mix well. Add the milk and stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Top your eggless mug cake with chocolate chips if desired.
Microwave and enjoy. Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for approximately 1-2 minutes, or until the cake has risen and is set in the center. Microwaves may vary, so adjust the cooking time accordingly. Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot!) and allow the cake to cool for a minute or two before serving.
How to make eggless mug cake in the oven?
Here’s how to make this vegan chocolate dessert in the oven, in case you do not have a microwave or prefer not to use it. I promise, it is very simple. After preparing the batter, transfer it to an oven-safe ramekin and bake in hot oven at 180°C (350°F) for 12 to 15 minutes. Be sure to not overcook it, or it may get tough and dry.
Storage information
After it has cooked in the microwave, eggless mug cake should cool completely before storing. Once it has cooled, transfer to an airtight container or wrap it well in plastic wrap. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. As an alternative, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature and microwave for some seconds until warm and fluffy.
FAQ – Frequently asked questions
The secret to make microwave mug cake with no eggs is banana. The ripe banana will help bind the batter while adding moisture and sweetness. Applesauce or pumpkin puree will work as well.
Yes, this is a vegan chocolate mug cake. With no eggs and no dairy products, provided that you use plant based milk.
To make gluten-free chocolate cake in a mug, be sure you prepare this recipe with certified gluten-free oat flour. As an alternative you may also use almond flour or gluten-free pastry flour.
Yes, you can replace oat flour with all-purpose flour or with any other flour. I generally recommend whole-grain flours, as they will make the eggless cake healthy.
Substitute 20 grams (1/4 cup) of flour with protein powder – preferably vegan protein powder or casein. I recommend checking out my High Protein Mug Cake Recipe for all details, tips and secrets.
Yes, the maple syrup can be swapped out for any other sweetener of your choice. Although liquid sweeteners like honey tend to work better, also regular sugar can be used.
More eggless dessert recipes
- Flourless chocolate cake
- 3-ingredient banana brownies
- Eggless chocolate cake
- Flourless muffins
- Banana oat bars
- 3 ingredient baked oatmeal
Eggless Chocolate Mug Cake
Ingredients
- ½ banana, ripe
- 50 grams (½ cup) oat flour, or preferred flour
- 10 grams (1 tbsp) cocoa powder
- ½ to 1 tbsp maple syrup, or honey, more to taste
- ⅓ tsp baking powder
- 60 ml (¼ cup) milk of choice
- a pinch of salt
- 1 tsp chocolate chips, optional
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, mash the banana and combine with oat flour, cocoa powder, maple syrup, baking powder and salt. Mix well.
- Add the milk and stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Top your eggless mug cake with chocolate chips if desired.
- Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for approximately 1-2 minutes, or until the cake has risen and is set in the center. Microwaves may vary, so adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Carefully remove the mug from the microwave (it will be hot!) and allow the cake to cool for a minute or two before serving.
I like this recipe, it solve my craving ??
Hey dear Liza,
thank you so so much!! So glad you like this recipe 😉
Best wishes,
Matteo