Hot Cocoa Marshmallow Mug Cake

Name: Hot Cocoa Marshmallow Mug Cake
Prep time: 6 min
Cook time: 1 min 10 s
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tbsp all-purpose flour; 3 tbsp sugar; 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/8 tsp baking powder; Pinch salt; 3 tbsp milk; 1 tbsp neutral oil; 1/4 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp mini marshmallows

A cozy chocolate mug cake with melty mini marshmallows—pure hot-cocoa vibes in about a minute.

Hands-on: 5–6 min Cook: 60–70 sec Yield: 1 mug cake

Ingredients

4 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/8 tsp baking powder
Pinch fine salt
3 tbsp milk
1 tbsp neutral oil
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp mini marshmallows

Cocoa tip: For deeper flavor, use Dutch-process cocoa and a tiny pinch of espresso powder (optional).

Step-by-Step

Mix dry. In a 12–14 oz microwave-safe mug, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in wet. Add milk, oil, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
Add marshmallows. Press mini marshmallows into the batter.
Microwave. Cook on HIGH 60–70 seconds until cake rises and is just set. Rest 1 minute; enjoy warm.

Topping ideas: Whipped cream, extra mini marshmallows, a dusting of cocoa, or a drizzle of Peppermint Mocha Syrup.

Variations & Swaps

Mocha: Swap 1 tbsp milk for brewed coffee.
S’mores: Add 1 tbsp crushed graham crackers on top after cooking; torch marshmallows if you like.
Dairy-free: Use plant milk and dairy-free marshmallows.

Yield1 serving

Total Time~7–8 minutes including resting

StorageBest fresh; rewarm 10–15 sec if needed.

AllergensWheat; dairy (if using dairy milk)