Chocolate Zucchini Mug Cake (Easy Vegan Recipe)

Bite of chocolate zucchini cake on fork lifted out of mug with more cake. White mug with text that reads "WOOF" on lip. On top of white cloth napkin with red stripes.

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Chocolate Zucchini Mug Cake (Easy Vegan Recipe)

This Chocolate Zucchini Mug Cake is an easy vegan recipe that's moist, delicious, and packed with veggies. Make it in the microwave in minutes. You’ll have the perfect treat to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

Prep Time5

Cook Time2

Total Time7

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: person

Calories: 611kcal

Author: Sarah Pilley

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour or 1:1 gluten-free baking blend
2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
2 Tablespoons sugar or alternative sweetener; see notes below
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon baking powder
pinch salt
2 Tablespoons soy milk or other plant-based milk
2 Tablespoons canola oil coconut oil or melted butter. Use apple sauce for an oil-free recipe
3 Tablespoons zucchini, finely grated with wetness removed see notes below
2 Tablespoons semi-sweet mini chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate or finely chopped chocolate bar

Instructions

Add all the dry ingredients except chocolate chips to a microwave-safe mug and stir to combine. A 10-ounce cup will give you plenty of room to add toppings.
Add the wet ingredients except zucchini and stir to combine. The cake batter should be smooth and not too runny.
Stir in grated zucchini and most of the chocolate chips. Sprinkle additional mini chocolate chips on top, if desired.
Cook mug cake in the microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds or until cooked with a cake-like texture. Depending on the microwave's wattage, your cake could be done anywhere between 1-2 minutes. Microwave in additional 15-second intervals.

Notes

See more expert tips, pictures, and variations above!

Shred your zucchini using a hand grater over a colander. Press the zucchini shreds into the colander or strainer to remove excess moisture. If needed, follow this up by pressing the shreds with a towel or cloth. See pictures above.
You can use alternative sweeteners. We recommend 2 tablespoons of added sugar and 2 tablespoons of mini chocolate chips. This provides the perfect amount of sweetness. However, depending on your preference, you can add more or less sugar and chocolate chips!
Use mini chocolate chips or finely chop your chocolate to ensure even distribution throughout the cake.

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