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Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake

October 8, 2015 32 Comments

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This Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake is moist and delicious and perfectly fudgy! It’s the ideal quick and easy dessert!

Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake

Ok friends, it’s been about seven weeks. Seven weeks of having a clean house, no dirty socks on the floor, gas in the car, and toilet paper on the roll. I have to say friends, I’m jonesin’ for some dirty laundry, a dirty sock, anything, because dirty laundry and empty toilet paper rolls can only mean one thing…Casey’s home! Boy, do I miss that kid! If you follow the blog you know Casey is away at school at the University of Michigan. This year Michigan planned the student’s fall weekend the same weekend as the UMich vs. Michigan State game. What were they thinking?? Now Casey won’t be coming home for break because of the game!! Insert mad face emoji!!!

Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake

So until I get to see him at the beginning of November, I’ve decided it’s time to send him a special little care package. I know Casey loves my homemade sweets, so I know he’s going to love this one! I’ve included all the ingredients for the recipe I’m sharing with you guys today. This Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake is going to be the perfect little treat Casey can whip up in his own apartment with just the use of his microwave and a mug!

Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake

Casey loves his chocolate, so this chocolate caramel combo is going to be a hit! My husband Tom was my taste tester for this mug cake, and I can tell you he sampled more than a few until I got it just right. I first tried the recipe with a large egg, but it was too cakey, so a medium egg was the way to go. It’s moist, delicious and perfectly fudgy! I used my homemade caramels that I posted on the blog a few weeks back, but you can also use store bought caramels. Face it, when you don’t want to have the temptation of having a whole cake around, or just don’t have the time to make a whole cake, a mug cake is the ideal dessert! It’s a single serving, and takes less than two minutes to make!

Chocolate Caramel Mug CakeChocolate Caramel Mug Cake

I’m sending Casey all the ingredients (check out the photo) except the milk, eggs and butter which he can get on his own at his local market. I’m including a microwave safe mug, some measuring spoons so he can measure out the ingredients, and I’m printing out the recipe from the blog. He’ll be all set, and in mug cake heaven for weeks with the ingredients I’m sending! So if any of you moms and dads out there have kids away at school and want to send them a special little care package, I guarantee this one will be a winner! Love you Case! Enjoy!

Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake

 

Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake
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Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
6 mins
 
Servings: 1 12oz. mug cake
Author: Mary Ann Dwyer
Ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp. butter melted
  • 4 Tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 3 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 medium egg beaten
  • 3 Tbsp. whole milk
  • 4 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 6 small caramel squares chopped into small pieces
  • 3 Tbsp. semisweet chocolate chips
  • Confectioner's sugar for sprinkling optional
Instructions
  1. Melt butter in a microwave safe bowl for 20 seconds.
  2. In mug, mix together sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, baking powder, beaten egg, milk, melted butter and flour with a fork until well blended. Add caramel pieces and chocolate chips.
  3. Cook for 1 minute 10 seconds (1000 watts) or 1 minute 20 seconds (800 watts).
  4. The cake will continue to cook when you remove it from the microwave, so even if the top seems soft it will set quickly.
  5. Enjoy immediately.

 

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Comments

  1. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    October 8, 2015 at 8:24 am

    Okay, I believe here is where I say great minds think alike, because I just finished developing, testing and shooting a chocolate and caramel mug cake for my blog! Mine is a little bit different though, so of course I can’t wait to try yours!! Plus you used homemade caramels.. so yea. You win! ;) sorry you are missing Casey, but I know he is going to love his care package! You are such a great mama! Pinned! Cheers, my dear! Xo

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 8, 2015 at 8:33 am

      Oh darn, I’m sorry Cheyanne! I hate it when that happens, but this world can handle more than one chocolate caramel mug cake, especially if one is coming from you!! Homemade caramels or not, I KNOW yours is going to be great and can’t wait to see it! Have a great weekend girlfriend!

      Reply
  2. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    October 8, 2015 at 11:46 am

    Love, love this cake. Microwave mug cakes are kind a thing for my daughter and I (when she’s home). Chocolate therapy :) So sorry you won’t get to see your son. Since it’s Canadian Thanksgiving this week, daughter will be home, although it will apparently be Tofurky for her ;)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 8, 2015 at 11:51 am

      Tofurky! Oh my! I think I’ll stick with turkey myself, but maybe you can whip her up one of these mug cakes! Have a wonderful holiday Jennifer!

      Reply
  3. Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says

    October 8, 2015 at 11:59 am

    I would have loved to receive this care package as a college student. You’re such a thoughtful mama.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 8, 2015 at 12:13 pm

      Thanks Nicole! I know Casey’s going to love it! Have a great day!

      Reply
  4. Jessica DeMay says

    October 8, 2015 at 12:28 pm

    This looks so delicious and the perfect quick treat! I love how you’re giving it to Casey- what a great idea!! He’ll love it! And you’re using your homemade caramels?? Genius!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 8, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      Thanks Jessica! I really miss making him homemade treats! This one is so easy even Casey can do it!

      Reply
  5. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    October 8, 2015 at 2:08 pm

    What a great care package, Mary Ann. I’m sure your son will love it. I’m always amazed at how great mug cakes look – it seems like an impossible combination – mug and cake. This looks delicious – perfect for a fall afternoon – and I’m loving your photos!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 8, 2015 at 2:21 pm

      I think Casey is going to love it Geraldine! It took a couple of test cakes to get it right, but this one is right on the money. Thanks so much for the sweet comment! Have an awesome weekend!

      Reply
  6. Gerlinde | Sunnycovechef says

    October 8, 2015 at 5:40 pm

    What a cute looking cake. Mary Ann, I made your cauliflower dish last night and everybody liked it. The horseradish gave it a real kick. I served it with my husban’s barbecued steak , my roasted veggies and a green salad. I had some for lunch today and it was good cold. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 8, 2015 at 5:45 pm

      Oh, I’m so glad everyone liked it Gerlinde! It would go perfectly with grilled steak! This mug cake is a quick and easy dessert when you don’t want to be tempted by an entire cake! Have a great weekend Gerlinde!

      Reply
  7. Fareeha says

    October 9, 2015 at 1:31 am

    This is such a beautiful recipe and presentation. I have fallen totally in love with ur mug cake. I almost had my mouth open feeling as if the cake is gonna drop in my mouth.. I would do anything to achieve this. <3

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 9, 2015 at 8:43 am

      That you so much for the sweet comment Fareeha! It’s such a quick and easy recipe. I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  8. Laura says

    October 9, 2015 at 7:56 am

    Hi Mary Anne! So glad you found me, and then I found you. What a lovely site you have here, absolutely gorgeous photography and scrumptious recipes. Also, always love to meet a fellow beach resident – how lucky are we to call these gorgeous shores along the Atlantic home? Hope your “little one” makes his way home to you soon, my 3 boys are still aways away from college days – but I know I’ll blink and they’ll be gone. Have a great weekend, and I’ll most certainly be back soon! :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 9, 2015 at 8:48 am

      Thanks so much for stopping by Laura! Yes, I think anyone who lives near the beach considers themselves lucky! It’s a beautiful, relaxing place to enjoy! Enjoy your weekend!

      Reply
  9. Traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    October 9, 2015 at 11:57 am

    Best care package ever!! Oh what I would have given to have something like this sent to me when I was in school… ! Delicious mug cake my dear… and I’ve never made mug cake before. What a great way to have cake, for one or two, and not have leftovers to tempt me. Love those homemade caramels too! Delicious my dear!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 9, 2015 at 12:42 pm

      Thanks Traci! I know Casey is going to love it because he loves his chocolate cake! I like the fact that I don’t have a whole cake staring me down on the counter!! Have a great weekend and thanks for the sweet comment!

      Reply
  10. Kelley @ Chef Savvy says

    October 9, 2015 at 3:23 pm

    Oh I love mug cakes! They can be pretty dangerous! What a lovely care package to send to your son! This would make a great unexpected gift for a chocolate lover!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 9, 2015 at 3:33 pm

      Absolutely Kelley! Chocolate lovers will love this quick and easy dessert treat! Have a great weekend!

      Reply
  11. Kennedy Cole| KCole's Creative Corner says

    October 10, 2015 at 12:15 am

    I kinda had a bad experience with mug brownies a couple years back that involved a chocolate explosion in my microwave ;(, so I’ve strayed far away from those recipes. However, seeing this recipe has inspired me to give it another go. Perhaps, sometime I’ll give this a try! :D Thanks for sharing, Mary! :D

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 10, 2015 at 8:46 am

      Give it a go Kennedy! It’s a perfect little treat to try out on your fall break!

      Reply
  12. Lori Pomphrey says

    October 10, 2015 at 9:18 am

    Lucky Casey! My roomie sent her son a delicious chocolate care package and I sent my son a sweater from Barney’s care package. 30 years later and some things never change! You are the best!
    ❤️??

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 10, 2015 at 9:26 am

      Lol! I’m sure Colin loved it!! Have a great weekend, and can’t wait to see everyone in November! Yay!

      Reply
  13. Shanna says

    October 18, 2015 at 4:32 pm

    Yeah….I was looking for something different to add to my daughters Halloween care pkg. Then her and her roommates can reuse the Halloween mugs for coffee or hot chocolate which I can also include.
    Great!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 18, 2015 at 5:00 pm

      Awesome Shanna! I think they’re going to LOVE it! Thanks so much for the comment and thanks for following!

      Reply
  14. Kay-M says

    October 18, 2015 at 7:35 pm

    Can’t wait to try this, but could you please tell me what size mug you are using (9oz, 12oz etc)? My mugs look like they might be too small, and I don’t want my cake to overflow!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 18, 2015 at 7:42 pm

      Hi Kay, my mug was 4 inches tall and was a 12 oz. mug. Check the wattage of your microwave too. Mine was 1000 watts, so I cooked mine for 1 min 10 sec. And use a medium egg, not a large or it will be too cakey. Enjoy!

      Reply
      • Kay-M says

        October 19, 2015 at 5:44 pm

        Thank you – I was right, my mugs are only 9oz – will have to find something else to cook this in!

        Reply
        • Mary Ann says

          October 19, 2015 at 5:52 pm

          Anytime! Try a large microwave safe measuring cup if you have one. That should work. I got my large mug featured in the post from HomeGoods. They’ve got tons!

          Reply
  15. Lorna Soonhee Umphrey says

    March 10, 2017 at 4:05 pm

    Oooh, I’ve recently become obsessed with mug cakes so am adding this to my list when I have a chocolate craving. I love how easy they are to make plus they’re the perfect size for – one. Can’t wait to try!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      March 10, 2017 at 4:22 pm

      Yay! Check the wattage of your micro so you don’t overcook. This one is a one serving wonder! Enjoy!

      Reply

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