When the craving for something warm, gooey, and chocolatey strikes right now, these Hot Cocoa Mug Cakes are your new emergency dessert plan. Decadent, moist chocolate mug cakes made in minutes, then drowned in a silky, ultra-thick hot cocoa made with your favorite Java Momma cocoa or mocha blend. It’s basically cozy season served in a mug.
Best part? They take just 10 minutes from start to finish. Yes, we believe in miracles.
Why You’ll Love It
- Ready in 10 minutes — faster than you can preheat the oven
- Incredibly moist and chocolatey without eggs or fuss
- Topped with a rich stovetop cocoa made with real chocolate
- Perfect for cozy nights, holiday treats, or “just because I deserve this” moments
Recipe Overview
Serves: 2 • Prep Time: 5 min • Cook Time: 5 min
Category: Dessert, Chocolate, Cozy Treats • Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 • Prep Time: 5 min • Cook Time: 5 min
Category: Dessert, Chocolate, Cozy Treats • Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Mug Cakes
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 tbsp oil
- 6 tbsp Cocoa Sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
For the Hot Chocolate
- Your favorite Java Momma Cocoa or Mocha Packet
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup cream
- 2 oz dark chocolate, finely chopped
Method
- In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, milk, and Cocoa Sugar.
- Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between two 15 oz mugs.
- Microwave each mug cake individually for 60–90 seconds. The cake should look set on top with no wet batter.
- For the hot chocolate: heat milk and cream in a nonstick saucepan until steaming.
- Add the warm milk mixture to a mason jar with the chopped chocolate. Stir until melted.
- Add your Java Momma Cocoa/Mocha packet and froth until thick and silky.
- Pour the hot chocolate over your mug cakes.
- Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or shaved chocolate if desired. Serve hot!
Tips & Variations
- Like it extra rich? Add a tablespoon of chocolate chips to each mug before microwaving.
- Dairy-free version: use coconut milk + dairy-free chocolate.
- Add peppermint mocha for a festive twist.
