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Snickers Lava Mug Cake [with recipe video]

Published October 8, 2017. Last Updated August 9, 2018 by Cheyanne

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Single serving molten chocolate cake loaded with mini snickers and caramel. Made in minutes with the convenience of the microwave, this Snickers Lava Mug Cake is a great way to use up leftover Halloween candy or whatever candy you have on hand!
Angled shot of a Snickers Lava Mug Cake topped with whipped cream and crushed peanuts in a white mug with a spoon inserted into the mug.

**Updated**

This post was originally published in October 2015. I made edits to the photos and added a RECIPE VIDEO to show you how easy this is to make! However, the actual written words below in this post remain the same.

Hi you guys! I know it’s just another manic Monday… but, it’s the week of Halloween! *Woot*

Is your house decked out with spook-tastic décor?

Have you jack-o-lantern’d a pumpkin or two?

Are you up to your eyeballs in candy to hand out to the ghosts, goblins and ghastly dressed trick-or-treaters?

If you said “yes” to all of the above, you are three steps ahead of me… and I don’t plan on catching up. But, before you look at me sideways (if you aren’t already), I have very good reason for not going into full throttle Halloween mode.

All the ingredients to make a Snickers Lava Mug Cake displayed on a gray wood board with the ingredient name written out and pointing to each individual ingredientIf you follow this blog, you know Boy and I moved to N to the C a few months ago, to a rural area to be specific. And, we have been informed that we will not be getting any trick-or-treaters. Ever.

So, I figured why put myself out, go all-things-that-bump-in-the-night bonkers, and decorate SuBourbon Country Cottage just for Boy and Dolce (<– our furry four legged daughter)?

Especially when Boy doesn’t care and Dolce would just eat all the decorations.

Therefore, I decided to say, “the heck with it” and use my energy to develop a recipe for you to utilize some of that candy instead.

You’re welcome. 😉Snickers Lava Mug Cake topped with whipped cream and crushed peanuts in a white mug with the word 'love' written on it; with a mug filled with snickers candy and small bowls of whipped cream and peanuts in the background.Angled shot of a Snickers Lava Mug Cake topped with whipped cream and crushed peanuts in a white mug with a spoon and teal linen next to it
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  • Snickers Lava Mug Cake
    • What are mug cakes?
      • As well, mug cakes are made with the convenience of the microwave! Simply mix the ingredients together in a microwave safe mug and pop it in the microwave! They are perfect for when that unexpected craving for cake strikes! Tips for the best mug cake:
    • Snicker’s Lava Mug Cake
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
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      • Notes
      • Nutrition
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Snickers Lava Mug Cake

Really, the title should be, Leftover Halloween Candy Lava Mug Cake. I used Snickers and caramel in mine, because that happens to be Boy’s favorite. I bought them special for him so he didn’t feel too left out of all the fright night fun.

But, you can use whatever miniature Halloween candy you would like or have an abundance of. If substituting, simply use 2-3 mini candies of choice.

So, these snickers lava mug cakes – they are ridiculously easy and seriously delicious.

They take less than 5 minutes of preparation and 1-2 minutes of microwaving. (Read: stupid easy and fool proof)

These mug cakes have a molten, fudgy, ooey-gooey interior and a cakey exterior, almost identical to a lava cake. These delectable, individual “cakes” are decadent, super chocolaty, sweet, rich, warm and completely comforting.Overhead shot of a spoon digging into a Snickers Lava Mug Cake topped with whipped cream, chopped peanuts and cocoa powder; the mug is on a antique brass tray with a teal linen underneath

But, no cake is complete without a little somethin’-somethin’ on top.

I topped my Snickers Lava Mug Cakes with whipped cream, coarsely chopped salted peanuts and a bit of cocoa powder.

The garnish adds a touch of salty, crunchy, creamy, cool texture and flavor to the cake, but feel free to top your mug cake with whatever your little heart desires… a scoop of ice cream, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, chopped candy or whole candy.

The sky is the limit!

Angled up close shot of a spoon digging into a Snickers Lava Mug cake with whipped cream and chopped peanuts

What are mug cakes?

A mug cake is exactly what it sounds like – a cake made with classic cake ingredients in a portable mug!

Mug cakes are great for a few reasons. For one, they are single serving, so you don’t have to worry about what to do with all that leftover cake!

As well, mug cakes are made with the convenience of the microwave! Simply mix the ingredients together in a microwave safe mug and pop it in the microwave! They are perfect for when that unexpected craving for cake strikes!Straight on, cropped shot of a person holding a white coffee mug containing a Snickers Lava Mug Cake topped with whipped cream and chopped peanuts Tips for the best mug cake:

  • Make sure you use something microwaveable. It doesn’t have to be a mug! Glasses, jars and ramekins will work! For the Lava Mug Cake recipe below, I highly recommend you use something tall whether it be a traditional tall mug or glass.
  • Do not overfill the mug (or glassware).  Mug cakes will rise quite a bit, so it is imperative you do not overfill the mug or you will end up with overflowing cake in your microwave.
  • Microwave in 30 second intervals.  Just like only filling the mug halfway, microwaving in intervals will help prevent overflow.
  • The mug cake will deflate after completely microwaving, and that is fine! Just do not overcook it or fill it up anymore! Make sure you start with the shortest cook time listed in the recipe below. The mug cake is cooked when the top is slightly firm, yet still springy.

Straight on shot of a person holding a Snickers Lava Mug cake in a white coffee mug in one hand with a spoonful of the cake in the other

So, stop wondering what to do with that plethora of Halloween candy. Be so sweet, make yourself something good to eat and toss it into a Snickers Lava Mug Cake!

Cheers – to a wickedly delicious day! 😉

-xoxo-

Cheyanne

 

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How to make Snickers Lava Mug Cake recipe and step-by-step video👇

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Snicker's Lava Mug Cake

Single serving molten chocolate cake loaded with mini snickers and caramel. Made with the convenience of the microwave, this Snickers Lava Mug Cake is a great way to use up leftover Halloween candy!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cake, caramel, chocolate, Easy, lava, mug, snickers
Servings: 1
Calories: 726kcal
Author: Cheyanne Holzworth

Ingredients

  • 4 TBS All Purpose Flour
  • 4 TBS Granulated Sugar
  • 3 TBS Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • ¼ tsp Baking Powder
  • ¼ Scant tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 Large Egg – beaten
  • 3 TBS Whole Milk or Half & Half
  • 1 TBS Vegetable Oil
  • 2 Mini Snickers Bars
  • 1 Salted Caramel
  • Optional Toppings: Whipped Cream, roughly chopped Roasted Peanuts, Salted Caramel Sauce

Instructions

  • In a small bowl combine: flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and salt. Add egg, milk and vegetable oil. Whisk to combine.
  • Transfer 1/4th of the mixture to a regular sized coffee mug. Drop one mini snickers into the center. Top with another 1/4th of the cake mixture. Drop the caramel into the center. Top with another 1/4th of the cake mixture and another snickers. Top with the remaining cake mixture.
  • Place mug in microwave and microwave on high for 1 minute and 15 seconds to 1 minute and 30 seconds, microwaving it in 30 second increments to prevent it from spilling over. Check mug cake, if batter is still too gooey, microwave an additional 30 seconds.  But be careful!  You want the mug cake to still be a tad bit gooey and not dry/overcooked.
  • Top with whipped cream, roasted peanuts and salted caramel sauce. Enjoy!

Video

Notes

  1. The cake will rise significantly while microwaving.  To prevent it from spilling over, make sure you microwave it in 30 second increments.  Also, using a tall coffee mug is recommended.

Nutrition

Calories: 726kcal | Carbohydrates: 108g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 194mg | Sodium: 285mg | Potassium: 593mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 71g | Vitamin A: 345IU | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 4.7mg

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Comments

  1. Nehal Preet says

    December 2, 2019 at 6:17 am

    OMG!! Pictures are hell tempting… I will try this mug cake at home asap… Saw the video too. It was mind-blowing. Thanks for sharing this recipe. Much love and Regards xoxo.

    Reply
    • Cheyanne says

      December 4, 2019 at 11:12 am

      Hi Nehal,
      Thank you so much for the kind comment! If you try the mug cake, I hope you love it as much as we do! Cheers and happy holidays!

      Reply
  2. stacey @ The Sugar Coated Cotted says

    October 12, 2017 at 8:21 pm

    I love how easy this lava cake is and that mug just makes me love this chocolatey snickers cup mug even more!! Take care!!

    Reply
  3. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    October 12, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    This looks so good and it will be perfect for all that leftover Halloween candy!

    Reply
  4. [email protected] is How I Cook says

    October 11, 2017 at 9:55 pm

    There are no words for this except maybe one…love!

    Reply
  5. Mary says

    October 11, 2017 at 12:15 pm

    5 stars
    Yes Yes Yes and Yes… mug cakes are perfect for me. Since I live alone and I don’t bake much because it’s just little ole me, mug cakes are the perfect size and they usually don’t kill my calorie count like other desserts do. 🙂

    Reply
  6. Keri | Fashionable Foods says

    October 10, 2017 at 10:42 am

    Ohhh I remember this one very well! I was doing Whole30 when you first posted this one, but I’m not now. So perhaps I’ll have to indulge ASAP! Thanks for the reminder of this delicious lava mug cake, Cheyanne! 😉

    Reply
  7. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    October 10, 2017 at 12:01 am

    5 stars
    Another great video, Cheyanne! I don’t have that much of a sweet tooth but I want to dive into all that chocolate. I always have left over Halloween candy so this would be a great way to use it up!

    Reply
  8. [email protected] says

    October 9, 2017 at 12:53 pm

    Whoa! This is a popular one, and for good reason! I know I commented on the first lovely go around – but I just can’t resist saying, ‘This makes me dance!’ Love it, Chey!! xo

    Reply
  9. Ben|Havocinthekitchen says

    October 9, 2017 at 10:16 am

    5 stars
    Two years have passed, but this still looks fabulous (probably even more!), Chey. Once again I’d like to say you’re brave to have started making videos. Video recipes are so great. There’s only one question – how many snickers bites did you eat while filming it (I know, you’re allergic to chocolate, but anyways)?:) Happy Monday!

    Reply
  10. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    October 9, 2017 at 9:58 am

    I’ve got it bad for Snickers, and now I’ve got it bad for this mug cake too. It’s going to be haunting my dreams for sure! I guess I have no choice but to buy a bag of Halloween candy (twist my arm) and eat mug cakes to my heart’s content :). Have a great week, Chey!

    Reply
  11. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    October 9, 2017 at 9:51 am

    I remember this one! And what a delicious one it was. Perfect for all the leftover Halloween candy! I love the updated photos (that mug!) and the video of course! You go girl!

    Reply
  12. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    October 9, 2017 at 9:35 am

    5 stars
    Love the video, Cheyanne!! All those delicious decadent layers? Now that’s the way to start Monday ! Gotta get to this before I eat all the Halloween candy, lol 😀 Have a wonderful week, girlie ! XOXO

    Reply
  13. Kathryn @ Family Food on the Table says

    October 9, 2017 at 8:22 am

    5 stars
    Such a fun new video! And such a fun cake – definitely needs to happen this Halloween!

    Reply
  14. Supriya Kuttty says

    October 9, 2017 at 3:14 am

    I really Love that the photo of all the ingredients!! It’s really unique idea. Impressive really. Loved this recipe so much as I am really fond of chocolates so I can eat this Lava Cake every hour. xoxo. Really loved this recipe. I would love you share this super awesome recipe with my friends and family members. Bookmarked this recipe of yours. Best wishes and Regards.

    Reply
  15. Thao @ In Good Flavor says

    October 8, 2017 at 10:47 pm

    Still swooning over this mug cake, and I love the video! Have a wonderful week, Chey!

    Reply
  16. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    October 8, 2017 at 10:08 pm

    5 stars
    I’m afraid this is way too dangerous! I may be sneaking a lava mug cake at all hours of the day now! 🙂

    Reply
  17. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    October 8, 2017 at 10:05 pm

    What is this amazingness!?? You know how sometimes you just crave a little bit of something amazing (chocolate cake…chocolate…cake….) in the evening but you really don’t want to whip up a whole cake!? THIS! THIS is the solution. Love, love love!!!

    Reply
  18. traci | vanilla and bean says

    October 30, 2015 at 9:37 am

    OMGeee… we get NO trick or treaters either! HA! Livin the rural certainly comes with getting used to different things. I stopped buying candy, I think 8 or 9 years ago, because we’d just ended up eating it! I can’t have it sittin around.. too tempting! But, what a fun way to enjoy that/any leftover candy. And garnish is a must! Oh – nice hand model! 😀

    Reply
  19. Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen says

    October 30, 2015 at 12:55 am

    Would you believe I’ve never made a mug cake?! This one looks incredible! And I love that mug!!

    Reply
  20. Stacey @ The Sugar Coated Cotted says

    October 29, 2015 at 8:48 pm

    OMG, OMG, OMG! This is right up my ally, I can almost taste it with these awesome photos. I’m in love with this dessert and the mug. We don’t get trick or treaters either, more for us I guess, lol. Take care. 🙂

    Reply
  21. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    October 29, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    This looks ridiculously delicious!! I know where the leftover Halloween Snickers are going 🙂

    Reply
  22. Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says

    October 29, 2015 at 12:02 pm

    LOVE that fun photo of all the ingredients! And this mug cake sounds amazing, plus such a great way to use all the leftover Halloween candies. What a great recipe!!! 🙂

    Reply
  23. Beeta @ Mon Petit Four says

    October 29, 2015 at 4:19 am

    Oh shoot…honestly I didn’t even think about trick or treaters. Now that I’m in an apartment, I didn’t think I would need candy, but I have seen young kids before here and there, so I’m wondering if they’re gonna knock on my door?? I don’t want to be THAT lady who doesn’t answer the door. Gawd. Okay, so I’ll buy a small bag of candy just in case, but then…if no kids come, I’m left with candy all by myself…tis dangerous, oh my. I think I’ll just buy a snickers and make this fan-freakin-tastic concoction you’ve whipped up here. Boy is very smart…snickers rule!! You’re even smarter for coming up with this…mug cakes are ACE. Love the salty topping too. If anyone knocks on my door, I might consider sharing my mug cake, but they’ll have to have a stellar costume until I consider it….;) hehehe lots of love, girl! Happy Halloween! XOXO

    Reply
  24. Lokness @ The Missing Lokness says

    October 28, 2015 at 9:36 pm

    These flavors are amazing! As you said, this is a perfect dessert to use up the leftover candies. I moved into a condo complex after 9 months ago. I doubt there is any trick or treaters. But I would love to buy some candies just for this. 🙂

    Reply
  25. [email protected] says

    October 28, 2015 at 6:20 pm

    Oh my goodness! This mug cake sounds so good. I’m buying extra Snickers bars for Halloween so I can make it!

    Reply
  26. Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says

    October 28, 2015 at 6:10 pm

    Um, whoa! This is the best mug cake I’ve ever seen! Snickers are the best! I secretly just go out the day after Halloween and buy up the leftovers, so I will be making this for sure 🙂

    Reply
  27. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    October 28, 2015 at 5:03 pm

    I’ve never made a mug cake before but I’m going to have to now after seeing how easy and cute these are, Cheyanne. It looks just delicious – love the layered snickers and the whipped cream on top!

    Reply
  28. marcie says

    October 28, 2015 at 3:59 pm

    Truthfully I haven’t been feeling Halloween this year, but this mug cake is making me start! Snickers is one of my favorite candies, and you’ve made it so easy to make this cake! This looks irresistible, and I’m pinning this to try with our leftover candy!

    Reply
  29. Keri @ Fashionable Foods says

    October 28, 2015 at 10:56 am

    Cheyanne you’re KILLING ME. A SNICKERS lava mug cake while I’m doing Whole30?!? I might cry. Ok, I won’t, but I’ll tell you one thing – this might be the first treat I have when I hit day 31! 😉 In my 28 years I’ve never had trick-or-treaters. I grew up in the middle of nowhere and had to go into town to get my trick-or-treat on. Now, I’m in more of a city setting, but I’ve been told they don’t really do it around here. Maybe one day I’ll get the chance!

    Reply
  30. Amanda says

    October 28, 2015 at 10:03 am

    Stupid easy and fool proof? Sounds like my new mantra! :). This is a great looking mug cake. I want to dive right in and make maybe five or six of them…and not tell anyone. 😉

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:40 am

      That’s a pretty terrific life mantra, Amanda! lol. Thanks so much for the sweet comment! AND your secret is safe with me. 🙂 Cheers, girlie!

      Reply
  31. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    October 28, 2015 at 8:13 am

    I’m needing this mug cake right now…for breakfast!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:39 am

      Perfectly acceptable for breakfast, Kathy! 😉 I won’t tell if you don’t! Cheers, lovely!

      Reply
  32. Jessica @ Sweetest Menu says

    October 27, 2015 at 6:17 pm

    I love anything with snickers! And something that can be whipped up that fast? Dangerously good!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:39 am

      Thank you so much, Jessica! Cheers to a fabulous day!

      Reply
  33. Ashley says

    October 27, 2015 at 3:22 pm

    Last year I bought all this candy and then we didn’t get anywhere near as many kids as I’d thought! And we live in a neighborhood with lots of em! haha who knows. At least I know what to do with my extra candy this year!!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:38 am

      Well, having too much candy is better than having not enough, right? You can just eat all the extra! 🙂 Why is it that you can never predict how many kids are going to show up? I feel like they should invent a Halloween RSVP for neighborhoods so people can prepare. Anyways, thanks for the comment, Ashley! Cheers!

      Reply
  34. Thao @ In Good Flavor says

    October 27, 2015 at 2:57 pm

    Holy Yum!! I need to make this soon! Pinning. Have a Happy (quite) Halloween, Chey! Mine won’t be so quiet—we are expecting 275 to 300 little munchkins as usual.

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:37 am

      Thanks so much for the sweet comment and the Pin, Thao!! Hope everything with you and your new adventure has been going well!! Miss you! Enjoy the plethora of cutely dressed lil munchkins on Halloween! XO

      Reply
  35. Vicky & Ruth- May I Have That Recipe says

    October 27, 2015 at 12:10 pm

    5 stars
    Stop it!! This recipe is perfection! Its a mug recipe, lava cake and it has snickerdoodles. I am making this tonight…looks so delicious!!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:35 am

      LOL! Thank you so much, Vicky & Ruth! You totally made me giggle! If you make this mug cake, I hope ya’ll love it! Cheers! 😉

      Reply
  36. Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says

    October 27, 2015 at 11:47 am

    I love mug cakes! This looks delish, Cheyanne! Snickers are my favourite candy and I love caramel – so I definitely need to have a go at this recipe!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:35 am

      Thanks so much, Jess! Seems like snickers and caramel are a huge hit with lots of people! Good to know! 🙂 Cheers, girlie!

      Reply
  37. Mir says

    October 27, 2015 at 10:48 am

    My first thought when I saw this was, “NO! You’re allergic! Don’t eat it, Cheyanne!” But I’m relieved to see that it’s your guy who is eating it and not you.
    Second thought was that this looks so incredible. I am jealous of whoever gets near this mug cake. Want now.

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:34 am

      Hahahaha. I was SOO careful mixing the mug cake, Mir! I’m always nervous some will get on my fingers and I will accidentally lick them. I keep the EpiPen close. 😉 I’ll let Boy know you are jealous. lol. Thanks so much for the sweet (and hilarious) comment, girlie! Cheers! <3

      Reply
  38. Zainab says

    October 27, 2015 at 3:04 am

    The fact that I don’t have to share this makes me all kind of extremely happy. The fact that it’s snickers and all sort of chocolate? Well, I just want to dance on the roof. Also GORGEOUS pictures xoxo

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:32 am

      Hahahaha! I’m not a sharer either, Zainab! Thanks so much for the incredibly sweet comment! 🙂 Cheers to a beautiful day, sweets!

      Reply
  39. Kelley @ Chef Savvy says

    October 26, 2015 at 9:50 pm

    Oh my goodness this looks fantastic Cheyanne! I love making mug cakes when I want something sweet and quick. I love your snickers version. Can’t wait to try!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:31 am

      Thank you so much, Kelley! Mug cakes are great for sweet and quick! Cheers to a fabulous day, girlfriend!

      Reply
  40. Kelly says

    October 26, 2015 at 8:53 pm

    Haha I love that you are using up the candy and energy to share some treats with us because this mug cake is ah-mazing! Love the Snickers – so fun and completely irresistible!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:31 am

      Thank you for appreciating the use of my energy, Kelly! lol AND thank you so much for the sweet comment! Cheers, lovely!

      Reply
  41. Annie @ The Garlic Diaries says

    October 26, 2015 at 8:36 pm

    Can I just say that the second I got to your website and saw this, my eyes got super wide and I said “Oooohhh my goodness…” out loud…alone…in my house…THIS LOOK SO GOOD. I need it now. Right now.

    Reply
    • Annie @ The Garlic Diaries says

      October 26, 2015 at 8:36 pm

      5 stars
      Pinned :).

      Reply
      • Cheyanne Bany says

        October 28, 2015 at 10:30 am

        Hahahaha! I hope your eyes didn’t get so wide they popped out of your pretty head! 😉 Thanks so much for the super sweet comment and the pin, Annie!! XO

        Reply
  42. Meghan | Fox and Briar says

    October 26, 2015 at 8:31 pm

    5 stars
    Gah, these look too good! I don’t really eat candy bars very often anymore *hides bag of peanut butter M&Ms* but snickers are my favorite. And I die for lava cake. And you made it a mug cake. I just love it.

    Reply
  43. Leslie @ flora foodie says

    October 26, 2015 at 7:31 pm

    Yuuummmmmmm! The boyfriend will die when I make this for us 😉 My house is not decorated at ALL because I can’t believe Halloween is so close! I do have a single pumpkin (waiting to be carved…..) and that’s it. Sad.

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:29 am

      Thank so much, Leslie! If you do make this mug cake, I hope you love it as much as Boy does!! I have a single pumpkin too, but it is for tomorrow’s blog post. We can be sad together, girlfriend! lol 😉 Cheers!

      Reply
  44. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    October 26, 2015 at 7:16 pm

    oh my GAWD, I love mug cakes!!!! and what?!!! NO trick-or-treaters?!!! oh no!!! What’s the point of Halloween then?!!!! 😛 I wish I could send some kids your way b/c we get a TON. Like, we ran out of candy and had to turn the lights off last year 😛 Well, at least you will have this AMAZING snickers-lava-mug-cake!!! What?! Love this and am going to try it!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:28 am

      I totally feel that way, Alice… it’s hard to get in any kind of Halloween spirit when their won’t be any kids! Boy and I will probably just go out to dinner. I wish you could send some kids my way, or at least I could send some candy your way!! Sounds like you may need it! Thanks so much for the sweet comment, girlfriend! Cheers to a fab day! <3

      Reply
  45. Liora says

    October 26, 2015 at 6:05 pm

    This looks seriously indulgent… in all the best ways! I love the idea of mug cakes and yours looks irresistible!

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:26 am

      Thank you so much for the sweet comment, Liora!! Cheers to a beautiful day! 🙂

      Reply
  46. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

    October 26, 2015 at 5:58 pm

    I love that caramel center! Mug cakes are the best and I love how this one is so jazzed up with the gooey center and the toppings- perfect for that Halloween candy craving I”m already getting! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:25 am

      Thank you so much, Medha!! Halloween candy cravings are the worst! 🙂 Cheers, my dear!

      Reply
  47. Kathleen | Hapa Nom Nom says

    October 26, 2015 at 5:57 pm

    5 stars
    Snickers are my favorite! I’m terrible, I can’t buy Halloween candy until the day of, otherwise I’ll eat all of the candy. This would be very dangerous in my house – so long diet and exercise, it’s me and you on the couch with a giant spoon!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:25 am

      LOL, Kathleen! When we used to get trick-or-treaters I would have to buy a bag just for Boy, then I hid the rest so he couldn’t get into that too! I say give me all the mug cakes and hold the diet and exercise… I may just need to widen all the door openings in my house. 😉 Thanks for the sweet comment, lovely! Cheers!

      Reply
  48. allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says

    October 26, 2015 at 5:47 pm

    5 stars
    Oo oo oo. A lava mug. I am so glad you don’t get trick or treaters Cheyanne, because now we get this TREAT!!!! Ha! Love your funky mugs too. Thanks for the wicked delicious, girlfriend. XOXO

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:23 am

      Hahaha, thanks love! The mugs are from Steinmart (I think?). Cheers, Allie- to a beautiful day! XOXO

      Reply
  49. Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says

    October 26, 2015 at 4:47 pm

    This seriously looks absolutely sensational!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:21 am

      Thanks so much, Jocelyn! Cheers to a fabulous day, girlfriend!

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  50. Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says

    October 26, 2015 at 3:36 pm

    My parents live on a island down a long dirt road so they don’t get any trick or treaters either. But, we would always buy extra candy anyways just for us.

    These mug cakes are dangerously delish!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:21 am

      Your parents are very smart to buy extra candy just for you guys! 🙂 Thanks so much for the comment, girlie! Cheers! <3

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  51. Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says

    October 26, 2015 at 2:29 pm

    Oh YUM! Love how to add snickers bars to this. I love making mug cakes, they are super quick, fun and satisfying. And this lava mug cake looks fabulous — pure genius. I would definitely be making this the next time I crave for something sweet. AH-MAZING. 🙂

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:20 am

      I couldn’t agree more, Anu! Mug cakes rock! Thanks so much for the super sweet comment, girlfriend! Cheers! <3

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  52. [email protected] Faith Fitness says

    October 26, 2015 at 2:23 pm

    Chocolate perfection! This looks delish!!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:19 am

      Thanks so much, Tay! Cheers, lovely!

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  53. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    October 26, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    You have me crave a mug cake now! It looks sinfully decadent and tempting. Cute mugs as well!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:19 am

      Thanks so much, Angie!! Cheers, girlfriend!

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  54. Manali @ CookWithManali says

    October 26, 2015 at 1:51 pm

    oh god, I can’t even! I just want to dive into that cake! So delicious, pinning!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:19 am

      Dive away, Manali! Thanks so much for the comment and pin! Cheers, dear!

      Reply
  55. Lauren Gaskill | Making Life Sweet says

    October 26, 2015 at 1:41 pm

    5 stars
    Whoa girl! You’ve really done it with this recipe! I wish my house was decked out for the holidays, but we move in two-and-a-half weeks so it didn’t make sense to buy decorations that we would just have to pack up anyways. :/

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:18 am

      Thanks so much Lauren! I know you are moving, and I am soooooo excited for you guys! I wouldn’t put out decorations either in your case! Hope the move goes smoothly for you guys! Cheers, lovely!

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  56. Ben Maclain | Havocinthekitchen says

    October 26, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    5 stars
    Nope, our house isn’t decorated. Indeed, we’re not going to be at home this weekend. So the children won’t get any sweets this year. That won’t stop us from eating the candy in our trip, though. And by the way, trick-or-treats, Chey? Now send this sumptuous dessert to me (And any other sweets), please.

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 28, 2015 at 10:17 am

      A trip is always much more fun than staying home to hand out candy! I’m sure your neighbors will have the kids in your ‘hood covered! Hope you have a safe and fun trip, Ben! I still haven’t figured out the mail system here, so don’t hold your breath for desserts.. lol 😉 Cheers, buddy!

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  57. karrie @ Tasty Ever After says

    October 26, 2015 at 11:59 am

    5 stars
    I am not waiting until Halloween and will seriously make this tonight. I grabbed a handful of snickers from the party Saturday so I’m all set! Can’t wait!! Actually, I may make this for lunch…

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:44 pm

      Hahaha! So you take cake AND candy from parties?? Remind me to lock stuff up when I have you over. I kid. I think? 😉 Snickers Lava Mug Cakes are perfect for lunch, totally well balanced meal. Cheers, my #FoodieBestie! <3

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  58. mira says

    October 26, 2015 at 11:37 am

    5 stars
    Wow, I love this! Great combination and the photos are stunning! I’ve never made a mug cake, so this will be the first recipe I’m going to try! Pinned 🙂

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:43 pm

      Thank you so much for the sweet comment and the pin, Mira!! If you do try it, I hope you love it! And I’m sure if you do you will probably come up with a seriously delicious new flavor of mug cakes – and THAT I can’t wait to see!! Cheers, my dear! 🙂

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  59. Allie | Baking a Moment says

    October 26, 2015 at 10:40 am

    a) you are such a good wife! You made that for him? And us? With a cocoa allergy? The selflessness is epic. b) the words snickers, lava, and mug cake totally belong together. This is incredible! And so simple it could be dangerous!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:42 pm

      Hahaha. I want to print out your comment and hang it on the wall where Boy can see it, Allie! 😉 But, you are a seriously selfless mother, so I guess the saying is true- “Birds of a feather”. Thanks so much for the sweet comment, you made my day! Cheers, my sweets! <3

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  60. Jen | Baked by an Introvert says

    October 26, 2015 at 10:36 am

    Mug cakes are so great! Snickers is one of my favorite candy bars, so this cake is right up my alley. Your photos are lovely!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      Thank you so much for the sweet comment, Jen! Snickers are more popular than I thought! But I’m allergic to chocolate, so what do I know? 😉 Cheers to a beautiful day, my dear!

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  61. [email protected] says

    October 26, 2015 at 10:26 am

    5 stars
    Love the pictures! Love the mug cake! Love the Snickers! They’re actually hubby’s favorite candy bar so he’s going to be a very very happy boy since I will be making a special trip to buy the candy to make him this treat. We don’t get kiddos (anymore) either! Happy Monday, my dear! xo

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:39 pm

      Thanks so much, Annie! Our hubs have the snickers thing in common, and they have the nicest wives ever in common, because both of us are willing to go out of our way to buy snickers just for them. We should get an award. lol. Cheers, my dear and Happy Monday back at ya! XO

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  62. Shashi at RunninSrilankan says

    October 26, 2015 at 10:22 am

    Oh dear – I knew I shouldn’t have come by with a rumbling stomach! This “Snickers Lava Mug Cake” or “Leftover Halloween Candy Lava Mug Cake” is seriously epic! And with only 5 mins to make – hmmm…I need to go see if I can rustle up these ingredients from my co-workers -there are bowls of candy around so got that part covered – and make a lunch date with the communal microwave!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:38 pm

      HA! That’s exactly how I feel about your site, Shashi! I CAN’T visit you hungry or I will want to eat my computer screen!! Thanks so much for the sweet comment, my dear! Hope you were able to rustle up some ingredients from your co-workers! lol… THAT is epic! Cheers to a fabulous day! <3

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  63. Gaila says

    October 26, 2015 at 10:08 am

    5 stars
    Love this mug cake! this is my favorite candy chocolate so I am sure I could have this, like right now for breakfast! well done girl! hugs

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:36 pm

      Thanks so much, Gaila! Snickers seem to be popular… too bad i’m allergic to cocoa 🙁 Anyways, Mug Cakes and snickers are a perfectly acceptable breakfast on a monday! 🙂 Cheers and Hugs, girlfriend!

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  64. [email protected] says

    October 26, 2015 at 10:00 am

    I love the mug you used and this idea!! Perfect to snuggle up with on a sofa on a day like we´re having here today 🙂

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:35 pm

      Thanks so much, Johlene! Mug cakes are made for snuggling on the sofa if you ask me! 🙂 Cheers – to a fabulous day!

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  65. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    October 26, 2015 at 9:29 am

    We live in a cul-de-sac and don’t ever get enough trick or treaters to justify the trouble. We usually turn off the lights, go out for dinner, and hope that our house doesn’t get egged. I love all things snickers and lava cake, but have never had or made a mug cake. I had no idea it’s so easy and can be done in the microwave! We may skip dessert when we go out on Halloween and just come home and have a couple of these while watching Hocus Pocus! 🙂

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:34 pm

      I don’t blame you for turning off the lights and going out to dinner, Rachelle! Boy and I will probably go out this year too! I can’t believe you haven’t made a mug cake, girlfriend! They are stupid easy! DO THIS and watch Hocus Pocus – that is a stellar plan if I have ever heard one! Cheers, love! <3

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  66. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    October 26, 2015 at 9:07 am

    Give me a mug cake any day of the week, seriously, please do. I love that I an make myself an individual cake and not have loads of leftovers.
    My mum craved snickers when she was pregnant with me, so I have always loved them.

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:33 pm

      Hahaha! I’ll get right on shipping you some cake in mugs, my dear! 😉 I agree, the whole individual aspect of these is what makes them awesome! Plus I’m allergic to chocolate… sooo making a whole chocolate cake just doesn’t sound that fun to me. But, I have NO problem making Boy a mug cake! Your mom sounds like she had some delicious cravings, and it explains why you have a great palate! 😉 Cheers, Dannii and thanks for the lovely comment!

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  67. Marsha | Marsha's Baking Addiction says

    October 26, 2015 at 8:40 am

    This mug cake looks absolutely delicious! I love Snickers!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:31 pm

      Thanks so much, Marsha! Cheers to a fabulous day, girlie!

      Reply
  68. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    October 26, 2015 at 8:26 am

    I puffy heart these photos, Cheyanne! And this mug cake too. So delicious! I don’t have a single Halloween thing going on right now. Well, actually I have one pumpkin on my doorstep but it’s only because my Mom brought it to me. I’m so behind. Apparently I’m going to get hundreds of trick or treaters, so I need to prepare myself!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      Aww, thank you so much, Liz! Your photos are always absolutely beautiful, so that is a huge compliment! *Insert HUGE grin here* I have ONE pumpkin too, but only because I bought it for Thursdays post! Cool people must only rock one pumpkin! 🙂 You get hundreds of trick-or-treaters?! Ummm, you might want to get on that candy purchasing! I’m jealous you will get to see all the cuties in their costumes! Cheers, muffin! <3

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  69. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

    October 26, 2015 at 8:05 am

    I love and adore mug cakes, and I think you take the mug cake grand prize for figuring out how to do one with Snickers!!! And no, I am not ready at all for Halloween with the exception of the lone pumpkin on my patio table, and the fact that yes, I have a bacon costume all ready for this week’s office Halloween party. 🙂 Happy Monday!!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:28 pm

      Well, thank you so much, Kate! I love to win prizes! Lol. 😉 I DO have a lone pumpkin too, but only because I bought it for Thursdays post. I LOVE that you are dressing up as bacon!!! OMG, SO GENIUS! I hope you post pictures!!! I HAVE to see that! Cheers, my dear and Happy Monday back at ya! <3

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  70. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    October 26, 2015 at 7:41 am

    Snickers are one of my favorites Cheyanne!! And I’ve got a thing for mug cakes. One perfect serving and it’s done. No more pieces to sneak when no one’s looking, so less time at the gym! Thanks for sharing this perfect little mug of heaven Cheyanne and enjoy your week! XO

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:25 pm

      Good thing we don’t share a house, Mary Ann, because you would have to fight Boy for the snickers! lol. I love how you view mug cakes – so TRUE! Less time at the gym! AND less time in the kitchen! Thanks for the sweet comment, my dear! Cheers to you and a fabulous week! XO

      Reply
  71. Harriet Emily says

    October 26, 2015 at 7:40 am

    5 stars
    Yum yum yum Cheyanne!! This looks like the ULTIMATE mug cake. WOW! I am obsessed with snickers bars, so this mug cake version sounds sooooo amazing. I love making mug cakes, so I definitely need to try this. I love the whipped cream on top too. It’s absolutely perfect 🙂

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:23 pm

      Thank you SO much, Harriet!! You are far too sweet!! Cheers to a beautiful day, love! 🙂

      Reply
  72. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    October 26, 2015 at 7:35 am

    Now I’m totally craving this mug cake for breakfast, Cheyanne! I absolutely love this! You are reminding me that it’s been too long since I’ve made a mug cake, and a snickers version sounds just perfect. Gorgeous pictures, too!

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    • Cheyanne Bany says

      October 26, 2015 at 4:23 pm

      Ha! Mug cakes are a perfectly acceptable breakfast, especially for a Monday! 😉 Thanks so much for the sweet comment, Gayle! Cheers my dear!

      Reply

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