This Nutella mug cake is the ultimate quick dessert—made with simple ingredients and “baked” right in the microwave. In less than 5 minutes, you’ll have a warm, rich, single-serving chocolate treat ready to enjoy.
Why You’ll Love This Nutella Mug Cake
If you ever crave something sweet but don’t want to bake an entire cake, this recipe is exactly what you need. It’s fast, easy, and incredibly satisfying.
Imagine a soft, fluffy chocolate cake infused with creamy Nutella—all in one mug. It’s the perfect indulgence when you want something homemade without the effort.
I’ve shared other mug cake recipes before, like vanilla and classic chocolate, but this Nutella version takes things to another level. It’s richer, more decadent, and absolutely irresistible.
What Makes This Recipe So Good?
- Ready in under 5 minutes
- No oven required—just a microwave
- Made with everyday pantry ingredients
- Perfect single-serving dessert
- Soft, moist, and full of chocolate flavor
The best part? It cooks in just about 75 seconds, giving you instant dessert satisfaction.
Why This Recipe Works
- Whole milk is used instead of buttermilk to keep the flavor smooth and let the Nutella shine
- A mix of baking powder and baking soda creates a soft, fluffy texture
- The slightly runny batter helps produce a moist and tender cake
Ingredients You’ll Need
You likely already have most of these ingredients at home:
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Nutella (use the original for best results)
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Whole milk (room temperature)
- Unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- Egg (room temperature)
- Vanilla extract
- Semisweet chocolate chips
How to Make Nutella Mug Cake
This recipe is incredibly simple and comes together in just a few steps.
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
Before you begin, make sure:
- The egg and milk are at room temperature
- The melted butter has cooled slightly
In a small bowl:
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
- Add milk, Nutella, butter, egg, and vanilla
- Mix until smooth
The batter will be thin—this is perfectly normal.
Step 2: Microwave the Cake
- Divide the batter evenly into two 10-ounce mugs
- Fill each mug no more than halfway
Add chocolate chips on top of the batter.
Microwave one mug at a time on high for 1 minute 15 seconds.
If the center isn’t fully set:
- Continue heating in 10-second intervals
Let the cakes rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy your Nutella mug cake as is, or make it even more indulgent with:
- A dusting of powdered sugar
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Fresh berries
No matter how you serve it, it’s guaranteed to be delicious.
Tips for the Best Nutella Mug Cake
- Use a 10-ounce mug to prevent overflow
- Lightly grease the mug to avoid sticking
- Measure flour correctly (spoon and level method)
- Don’t overcook—the cake can become dry
- Start with 1 minute 15 seconds and adjust as needed
Nutella Mug Cake Recipe
Yield:
2 mug cakes
Prep Time:
3 minutes
Cook Time:
1 minute
Total Time:
4 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup (43g) all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup (70g) Nutella
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
- Add milk, Nutella, butter, egg, and vanilla; mix until smooth
- Divide batter between two mugs (fill halfway only)
- Top with chocolate chips
- Microwave one mug at a time for 1 minute 15 seconds
- Let rest for 2 minutes before serving
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy
Storage Tips
This mug cake is best enjoyed fresh, right after making it. However, you can:
- Cover and store at room temperature for 1–2 days
- Reheat briefly in the microwave before serving
Final Thoughts
This Nutella mug cake is the perfect combination of convenience and indulgence. It’s quick, easy, and delivers a rich chocolate dessert in minutes.
Whether you’re satisfying a late-night craving or need a fast treat, this recipe is one you’ll want to keep on repeat.
👉 Try it today and enjoy a warm, gooey dessert in just minutes!