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5-Minute Microwave Chocolate Cake

 This 5-minute microwave chocolate cake is soft, fluffy, and perfect for hot days or last-minute dessert cravings. Ready in minutes, it’s ideal for trifles, topping with ganache, or enjoying on its own!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword 5 minute microwave chocolate cake
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 8 Pieces

Ingredients

Cake:

  • 1 cup flour
  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla sugar or extract
  • 1/2 tbsp baking powder

Chocolate Ganache:

  • 1/4 cup whipping cream
  • 60 g milk chocolate

Instructions

Cake

  • In a microwave-safe dish, mix together the egg, sugar, oil, and vanilla until fluffy.
  • Add the milk and cocoa powder, mixing until the cocoa dissolves. Then fold in the baking powder and flour.
  • Wipe the sides of the dish, then microwave for 5 minutes.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick. Mine was done at 5 minutes, perfectly cooked and fluffy. (Smaller dishes may need longer; larger or shallower dishes may cook faster.)

Chocolate Ganache:

  • Warm the whipping cream in the microwave.
  • Add the milk chocolate and stir until smooth and melted.
  • Pour over the hot cake and spread evenly.
  • Optional: add pistachio cream and use a toothpick to make your desired design.
  • Enjoy immediately or after it cools, with fresh fruit if desired.

Notes

  • Microwave times may vary – Depending on your microwave’s power and the size of your dish, you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly.
  • Dish size matters – A smaller, deeper dish will need longer to cook, while a larger, shallow dish cooks faster.
  • Check doneness carefully – Use a toothpick to make sure the cake is cooked through, especially if you’re trying a new method.
  • Serve immediately for best texture – The cake is soft and fluffy right after microwaving, but it can be enjoyed slightly cooled as well.
  • Customize freely – Feel free to add nuts, fruits, or flavored extracts to make the cake your own.
  • Storage – Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days; ganache may firm up, but the cake will still taste delicious.
  • Quick cleanup tip – Use a microwave-safe dish that’s easy to clean, and wipe the sides before microwaving to avoid overflow or uneven cooking.