Indulge in the best Vegan Chocolate Mug Cake - made right from the microwave in under 2 minutes. It’s a perfect quick and easy sweet treat, made with pantry-friendly (vegan) ingredients.
In a microwave-safe mug, mix the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Then, stir in the soy milk, coffee, canola oil, and vanilla extract.
Microwave for 90 seconds (1 minute + 30 seconds), or until the cake is cooked all the way through.
Notes
If you prefer not to use canola oil, melted (vegan) butter works fine too.
I recommend Dutch-processed cocoa powder for a smoother flavor. However, natural cocoa powder may also be used - it just has more of a bitter taste to it. If using natural cocoa, use baking soda instead of baking powder.
Go for any kind of non-dairy milk.
Be sure to thoroughly mix the cake batter. No dry spots.
Adjust cook time accordingly. Add another 10 seconds at a time until done. But, don’t overcook.
Adjust sugar according to your sweetness preferences.
This recipe pairs perfectly with your favorite warm drink, including a homemade hot chocolate.