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Easy microwave chocolate cake

Make this light, fluffy and easy cake in minutes, no eggs needed.

A chocolate cake in a glass sits on a vibrant white and blue plate.
Easy microwave chocolate cake. Credit: Everyday Gourmet with Justine Schofield

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By Justine Schofield

Source: SBS


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  • serves 2 people
  • preparation 5 minutes
  • cooking 2 minutes
  • difficulty Easy level

Ingredients

  • 100 g plain flour
  • 30 g cocoa powder
  • 100 g caster sugar
  • Pinch of ground coffee, optional
  • ¾ tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup (125 ml) milk

Instructions

  1. Mix all dry ingredients, along with a pinch of salt, together in a jug. Make a well in the centre and slowly add the milk.
  2. Pour into two glass cups, mugs or paper cups.
  3. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. (Note: Timing may depend on the size of your cups and microwave power.)

Cook’s Notes

Oven temperatures are for conventional; if using fan-forced (convection), reduce the temperature by 20˚C. | We use Australian tablespoons and cups: 1 teaspoon equals 5 ml; 1 tablespoon equals 20 ml; 1 cup equals 250 ml. | All herbs are fresh (unless specified) and cups are lightly packed. | All vegetables are medium size and peeled, unless specified. | All eggs are 55-60 g, unless specified.


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