3-Ingredient Nutella Mug Cake Recipe

So you’re craving something sweet, but the thought of dirtying more than one dish makes you sigh like a Victorian widow? Same. Enter: the 3-Ingredient Nutella Mug Cake—the lazy dessert hack that will have you spoon-deep in gooey chocolate heaven in less than five minutes. Honestly, it’s so easy, you’ll wonder why you ever bothered with boxed brownie mixes.

Why This Recipe is Awesome?

• It’s idiot-proof. Seriously. If you can stir things together and press a microwave button, you’re basically Gordon Ramsay now.
• Only three ingredients. THREE. That’s fewer than the number of people who text you back in under a minute.
• It’s fast. Like, dangerously fast. One minute in the microwave and BOOM—cake in your face.
• No fancy equipment, no mess, no judgment (unless you count your dog staring while you inhale it).

Basically, it’s the ultimate Netflix binge snack.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Grab these and you’re golden:

• Nutella (4 tbsp) – The star of the show. If you don’t like Nutella… are you even human?
• All-purpose flour (4 tbsp) – Boring but essential.
• Egg (1 large) – The glue that holds your gooey masterpiece together.

Optional (a.k.a. “if you’re feeling bougie”): a pinch of salt, chocolate chips, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to crown your creation.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Find a mug. Preferably microwave-safe unless you’re into fireworks.
2. Add Nutella. Four tablespoons—don’t skimp, this isn’t a salad.
3. Crack in the egg. One egg. Not the shell, unless you like crunch.
4. Add flour. Dump it in and stir like you’re mixing a potion for eternal happiness.
5. Mix well. No dry pockets—unless you like flour-flavored surprises.
6. Microwave. Zap it for about 1–1.5 minutes. Keep an eye on it, because mug cakes like to rise dramatically (attention seekers).
7. Cool slightly unless you enjoy burning off the top layer of your tongue.
8. Devour. Spoon straight from the mug like the dessert rebel you are.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Overcooking it. You’ll end up with a chocolate hockey puck. Start with 1 minute and add extra seconds if needed.
• Forgetting to stir properly. Dry flour chunks are not “texture.”
• Using a tiny mug. Unless you want a microwave volcano situation.
• Thinking you can bake it in the oven. Sure, if you want to waste 20 minutes of your life.

Alternatives & Substitutions

• No Nutella? Try peanut butter, Biscoff spread, or literally any chocolate spread you’re hoarding.
• Gluten-free? Swap flour for almond flour or oat flour (but results may vary—aka, don’t @ me if it’s weird).
• No eggs? Try mashed banana or unsweetened applesauce. It won’t be the exact same, but it’ll still taste like happiness.
• Want extra chocolatey vibes? Toss in a handful of chocolate chips. Trust me, future-you will thank present-you.

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FAQs

Can I use a fork instead of a whisk?

Absolutely. This isn’t MasterChef. Stir until it looks smooth-ish and you’re good.

Will it work with almond flour?

Kinda. It’ll be denser and nuttier. If you’re into that, go for it.

Can I double the recipe?

Technically yes, but you’ll need a bowl instead of a mug unless you want to reenact Mount Vesuvius in your microwave.

Do I need to grease the mug?

Nope, not unless you plan on elegantly sliding it out onto a plate like a food blogger. Otherwise, just embrace the mug life.

Is it safe to eat right out of the microwave?

Yes, but maybe let it cool for a minute so you don’t scorch your taste buds into oblivion.

Can I make this at midnight?

That’s literally what this recipe was invented for. Midnight snackers unite.

Will this fix my life problems?

Not all of them. But it will make you forget about them for at least 3 minutes, and that’s something.

Final Thoughts

And there you have it: the 3-Ingredient Nutella Mug Cake—your new emergency dessert BFF. No oven, no stress, no waiting around while your sweet tooth screams at you. Just a mug, three ingredients, and instant chocolatey satisfaction.

Now go make it, grab a spoon, and treat yourself like the royalty you are. You’ve earned this gooey little miracle. 🥄✨