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When you’re craving a cake with minimal ingredients and effort, try this Nutella Mug Cake. It’s made with only three ingredients: your favorite chocolate hazelnut spread, eggs and flour. After a couple minutes of prep and a couple minutes in the microwave, you’ll have the most decadent microwave Nutella cake!
I find Nutella mug cakes are the perfect amount of sweetness that I crave after a warm and savory dinner. It’s simple, easy, and everyone can really put a personal touch on their own. Not to mention, this is a wonderful starter recipe for the kids who share an interest in helping in the kitchen.
“I was really skeptical about the thick batter at first but wow, this is delicious. Most mug cakes I’ve ever made have been super dry or even burnt but this is perfectly moist and so delicious, it tastes like the best chocolate cake.” – Gia
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Recipe at a glance
Cuisine Inspiration: American
Primary Cooking Method: Microwave
Dietary Info: Vegetarian
Key Flavor: Chocolate & Hazelnut
Skill Level: Easy
Summary
- Two Servings: You can’t have just one! Either save one for later, or share the other with a special someone.
- Microwave Magic: Cook for only 2 minutes! Perfect for those chocolate cravings that come on suddenly.
- Easy Prep: Mixing just three ingredients in one bowl is as easy as it gets.
- Versatile Toppings: Enjoying on their own is perfect, but the topping ideas are endless. Ice cream, whipped cream, berries, chocolate, peanut butter..the list goes on!
Ingredients you’ll need to make a Nutella Mug cake
- Nutella: Or your favorite brand of chocolate hazelnut spread. This adds a wonderfully rich flavor to your mug cakes.
- Eggs: To bind the ingredients together and help the cakes rise when they are cooked.
- Flour: I use all purpose flour for this recipe. I haven’t tried using a 1:1 gluten-free flour, but pretty sure it will work well. Let me know if you try it!
Popular substitutions & additions
- Gluten-Free Variation: I haven’t tried using a 1:1 gluten-free flour, but pretty sure it will work well. Let me know if you try it!
- Balanced sweetness: If you’re okay with adding another ingredient, a pinch of salt goes a long way in balancing the sweetness of Nutella.
- Extra Chocolate!: Add in chocolate chips or chunks to the batter for extra chocolate gooeyness throughout the mug cake.
How to make a Nutella mug cake
- Measure the ingredients in a large bowl (or alternatively, divide in half into two greased mugs.)
- Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined without any clumps or flour streaks.
- Microwave until the cake rises and becomes cooked through.
“Great recipe – I split it across 4 mugs to make smaller cakes and crumbled some biscoff across the top, after cooking. They were really moist and delicious.“- JoJo
Tips for making the best Nutella mug cakes
- Don’t over mix the cake batter. The flour should be just combined, similar to a pancake mixture. If you over mix the cake won’t rise when you cook it as the gluten will be too developed.
- Use a large mug. The batter will expand to about twice it’s size, so use a mug that will hold that amount.
- Use a mug with straight sides so that the cake cooks evenly all the way through.
- Place a plate under the mug in the microwave to catch any of the batter if it overflows.
How to store & reheat a Nutella mug cake
This quick and easy mug cake is best enjoyed fresh, however you can store leftovers in the fridge when needed.
How long will nutella mug cakes last in the fridge?
Already cooked mug cakes will last about 1 to 2 days in the fridge. Keep in mind that the texture may change once refrigerated.
Can I freeze a mug cake?
Yes, you can freeze a mug cake. Once the cake is cooled, wrap the mug tightly in plastic wrap and then foil then place it in the freezer. Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw before reheating.
Reheating a Nutella mug cake: To reheat, simply microwave your mug cake for 15-30 seconds. The exact time may vary depending on your microwave and if your cake was refrigerated or frozen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The beauty of a mug cake is that you can make perfect portions of cake in no time at all! If you do have leftovers, cover the mug with plastic wrap and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
I like to serve these mug cakes with a spoon full of Nutella for a little extra treat. They are great served with some fresh fruit, like raspberries or strawberries or sprinkle over some coconut flakes, chocolate shavings or sprinkles. You also can’t go wrong with a classic frosting on top.
Yes, you can make these single portion cakes in the oven if you don’t have a microwave, they will just take a little longer. Pour the cake batter into a greased oven safe ramekin and bake in a preheated oven at 350F or 15 to 20 minutes.
These Nutella mug cakes are perfect when a sweet craving hits, but you don’t have the time to spend to bake a cake from scratch. These individual cakes are the perfect way to treat yourself!
More desserts to try
- Birthday Mug Cake
- Almond Joy Cookies
- Nutella Cookies
- Vegan Zucchini Brownies
- Cream Cheese Vanilla Cupcakes
- Cinnamon Coffee Crumb Cake
- Chocolate Covered Bananas
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Nutella Mug Cake
Ingredients
- ¾ cup chocolate hazelnut spread plus more for serving
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together chocolate hazelnut spread and the eggs. Fold the flour until just combined.
- Divide the batter into two greased mugs.
- Microwave each mug for 2 minutes, then cool for 5 minutes.
- Add a spoonful of the chocolate hazelnut spread on top of the mug cakes, if desired, and serve warm.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
I was really skeptical about the thick batter at first but wow, this is delicious. Most mug cakes I’ve ever made have been super dry or even burnt but this is perfectly moist and so delicious, it tastes like the best chocolate cake.
Yay!! So happy to hear that it turned out well for you!!
I didn’t have enough Nutella for this recipe so I substituted half peanut butter. Then added some melty chocolate chips on top. Still delish!
That sounds so good!
Great recipe – I split it across 4 mugs to make smaller cakes and crumbled some biscoff across the top, after cooking. They were really moist and delicious.
So glad you liked it!
Instructions unclear i blew up my house
Hi Kinsley, Did you follow the instructions in the recipe card? What part did you feel was unclear?
Recipe is great however 2 minutes was too long for my microwave so it came out a little dry. Next time I will try 1 1/2 min.
Thank you! Definitely do a few trials to find what’ll go best with your microwave settings.
My kids enjoyed making this Nutella mug recipe. It was so much fun and taste so good with ice-cream 🙂
That makes me so happy to hear! Yay!!
This was so yummy! I tried it on new years and made it WAY too many times. I give a 5 star rating.
So glad you liked it, Ahaana!
Wow this is honestly so so good!
Thank you!!!
It’s so yummy
Me personally I love trying fast goodies specially as a busy mum with 3 little boys . Entertaining them very hard . This quick yummy recipe make your life easier as it’s home made , but you better make it with her Nutella home made as will end up so good . Plus your not gonna feel guilty of giving your child some sweet.( and of course your self too mama)
Thank you for this yummy 😋 yum
Very
Thank you so much! I love that – no guilt at all!