Featured comment: Made this with a whatchamacallit candy bar and topped it with whipped cream. It was delicious. – Devin
Update: This post was originally published in October 2015. I made edits to post below to include more information about chocolava cake. And there’s now a recipe video showing you exactly how easy it is to make this cake in a cup recipe at home!
About this cake in a cup recipe
If you, like the mister, are an extreme chocoholic, these Molten Chocolate Lava Mug Cakes are about to make your life so much sweeter (literally). These little cakes in a cup are filled with decadent, ooey gooey, fudgy, sticky, chocolatey goodness, sort of like a cross between hot pudding and cake.
In short, they’re magnificent.
Why you’ll love this easy cake recipe!
Aside from packing ALL the chocolate flavor, this incredible recipe for individual cakes is:
- Quick & Easy. You seriously only need 5 minutes of prep and 2 minutes in the microwave to create the richest, fudgiest homemade cake you’ve ever tried. It’s the fastest way to make dessert for one (or two).
- Beyond Delicious. With a tender texture, molten center, and plenty of chocolate flavor, this cake in a cup recipe is *chef’s kiss* delicious!
- Absolutely Foolproof. This is so simple you can whip up one of these easy lava cakes in a college dorm room with exactly zero baking experience.
- Made With Just 10 Ingredients. If you have a well-stocked pantry, chances are you already have everything you need.
- Versatile. Whether you’re looking for a fun and creative way to use up leftover Halloween candy, want to make them from dark or milk chocolate, or need either gluten-free, dairy-free or vegan dessert STAT, this microwave lava cake recipe has you covered. Read on below for lots of creative ideas!
What is choco lava cake?
These exceptionally rich cakes became popular in the 1980s and 90s, and chances are, you’ve at least seen a picture of one. Also known as “chocolate lava cake”, “molten chocolate cake”, or “chocolate coulant” (which means “flowing”), these delightful treats consist of chocolate cakes with a molten, gooey center. If you haven’t tried one yet, they’re a chocolate lovers’ delight!
What are mug cakes?
A mug cake is exactly what it sounds like – an individual cake made with classic pastry ingredients all 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 leftovers (or sharing, for that matter).
They’re also made with the convenience of a microwave, making them ideal for whenever you’re in need of a chocolate fix on the fly. Simply mix up your ingredients and give it a quick zap; you’ll have dessert for one ready in no time.
While there are a ton of cake in a cup recipes out there (you can even find ones for muffins or pancakes), this microwave lava cake is easily the mister’s favorite. Because CHOCOLATE. Melted, messy, creamy chocolate.
What does a mug lava cake taste like?
These mug cakes have a molten, fudge-y, ooey-gooey inside texture and a cake-like crumb, almost identical to a lava cake. These delectable, individual “cakes” are decadent, super chocolaty, sweet, rich, warm and completely comforting.
However, they taste best with a little something special garnishing the top. I typically top my mug cakes with whipped cream, coarsely chopped salted peanuts, a sprinkle of cocoa powder and a drizzle of warm salted caramel sauce. But you can top your molten chocolate mug cake with whatever your heart desires! A scoop of vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, chopped candy, whole candy bars – honestly, the sky is the limit. When it comes to toppings and your cake in a cup, select garnishes that complement or contrast the cake. Salty, crunchy, creamy, and/or cool toppings all work great with this microwave lava cake!
Ingredients for lava cake in a mug
This made-in-a-mug chocolate lava mug cake recipe requires just 10 simple ingredients, most of which are shelf-stable. Here’s what to grab:
- All-Purpose Flour – Regular white flour is all you need to make this truffle-like treat.
- Substitutions: Feel free to swap in cake flour if that’s what you have on hand. Or, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour mix if you need.
- Cocoa Powder – For the richest taste, use a combination of unsweetened cocoa powder and Special Dark Cocoa Powder.
- Substitutions: You can also use Dutch-processed cocoa, black cocoa, or cacao powder instead.
- Brown Sugar & Granulated Sugar – If you can only use one, opt for granulated sugar.
- Baking Powder – For leavening.
- Kosher Salt – Even sweet things need a touch of salt!
- Egg – To bind the chocolava cake all together.
- Substitution: I haven’t personally tried it, but research leads me to believe you can use your favorite vegan egg replacement. Try store-bought options like JUST Eggs or a flax egg (1 Flax Egg = 1 Tablespoon Flaxseed, whole or ground + 3 Tablespoons Water + Stir + 5 minutes).
- Whole Milk – Full-fat dairy for the best flavor.
- Substitutions: You can also use half and half for a richer cake. In a pinch, try using 2%, but I don’t suggest going any lower.
- Coconut Oil – Either refined or unrefined will work, but the latter will have a more pronounced coco-nutty flavor. Make sure it’s melted before you try mixing it into your batter.
- Substitution: Any neutral-flavored oil (e.g. vegetable, corn, canola, peanut, grapeseed, avocado) will also work.
- Vanilla Extract – Just half a teaspoon for depth of flavor.
- Substitutions: Feel free to play around here! Almond extract would be lovely, or you can lean more into the coconut flavor with half as much coconut extract. Adding a splash of imitation butter extract or coffee extract will it more gusto.
- Chocolate Chips – I personally prefer semisweet, but feel free to use milk, dark, or white chocolate instead. You can also use chopped chocolate bars.
- Substitutions: Swap in a few chopped fun-size candy bars
Mug cake recipe variations
One of the beauties of this mug lava cake is its versatility. Here are a few variations to consider:
- Dairy-Free – You can make this microwave lava cake dairy-free by using unsweetened plant-based milks. But I suggest opting for creamier options like oat, soy, or coconut.
- Vegan – Swap in your favorite dairy-free milk alternative. And you’ll need to swap in your favorite egg substitute and vegan chocolate chips (e.g. Enjoy Life) or candies.
- Sugar-free Mug Cake: Use your favorite sugar alternatives (e.g. Swerve, Lakanto) to make this a diabetic-friendly dessert. You can also use unrefined sugars, like coconut or cane sugar for the granulated, and grated piloncillo or jaggery for the brown.
- Gluten-Free – Use your favorite cup-for-cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Fudge Mug Cake: Add 2-3 shakes of chocolate bitters to give your chocolate cake in a cup even more fudgy flavor.
- Candy-Filled Halloween Cake In A Mug – Instead of using chocolate chips, chop up some fun-sized chocolate candy bars leftover from trick or treating. Try Snickers, Milky Way, Kit Kat and Almond Joy. However, M&Ms, baking chips (e.g. toffee bits, peanut butter chips, or mint chips), or even soft caramels or a dollop of peanut butter are delicious, too.
- Bonus points if you garnish your chocolava cake with some toppers to bring out the flavors you use. Think – caramel and roasted peanuts for Snickers bars; melted peanut butter and hot fudge for Reese’s; etc.
How to make a chocolate lava mug cake
Making a chocolate mug cake lava-style is a snap. Here’s how it’s done:
- Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients in a 14–16 oz. microwave-safe container.
- Step 2: Add The Wet Ingredients. Make a small well in the center of your dry ingredients. Add the remaining ingredients (except for the chocolate chips). Use a small whisk or fork and whisk the mug cake batter until *just* combined.
- Step 3: Short Nuke. Add the mug cake to the microwave and heat on high power for 1 minute.
- Step 4: Add Chocolate Chips. Scatter the chocolate chunks across the top of the batter.
- Step 5: Microwave. Return your mug cake to the microwave and heat on full power for an additional 45 seconds to 1 minute, or until the chocolate cake rises, the center is *slightly* firm and shiny, and the cake starts to pull away from the sides of the mug.
- Note: If your cake is still raw, continue to microwave in short 15-30 seconds bursts.
- Step 6: Serve. Remove mug cake from microwave and immediately drizzle with dessert sauces and enjoy! Or let cool on the counter for 1 minute before topping with whipped cream and digging in. YUM!
Tips for the best microwave mug cake
- Make sure you use a microwaveable container. It doesn’t have to be a mug! Glasses or mason jars and even bowls will work! Just make sure you use something with tall sides when cooking your chocolava cake to prevent overflow.
- Do not overfill the mug (or cup). The secret of making a microwave lava cake in a mug is to avoid overfilling your container. Nobody wants to clean up overflowing cake batter in the microwave, ya know? This is supposed to be easy-peasy.
- Microwave in 30 second intervals. Just like only filling the mug halfway, microwaving in intervals will help prevent overflow.
FAQs: microwave lava cake
Are mug cakes safe to eat?
Yep! So long as the center reaches 160F, the flour should be free of any bacteria that might harm you. If you’re feeling unsure, I highly suggest investing in an Instant Read Thermometer.
Can I make this chocolate mug cake if I don’t have a microwave?
I suppose so long as your mug or cooking vessel is oven-safe, you could use your toaster oven or regular oven instead. It won’t be quite as speedy though! Preheat to 350F and start checking around the 22 minute mark. Depending on the mug or container you use, your choco-lava cake can take between 22–30 minutes to cook fully.
Serving cake in a mug
Serve your microwave lava cake warm. Preferably topped with a dollop of whipped cream, cool whip topping, healthier yogurt whipped cream, a scoop of your favorite ice cream (any flavor, since everything goes with chocolate), chopped candy nuts, sprinkles, hot fudge or chocolate sauce, caramel or butterscotch sauce, and/or a fresh fruit purees or macerated fruits.
Pairs well with: cozy nights on the couch, face masks, home manicures, sappy rom-coms, & all forms of self-care.
More cake recipes!
If you are a lover of sweet treats, throw a cake party and pair your mug cake with other flavors, like:
- These festively fun Cake Ball Bites are the cutest.
- During the fall season, this Pumpkin Pie Dump Cake will win everyone’s hearts.
- Or if it’s the summer season, this fresh cake with strawberries and cream cheese is a must.
- Chocolate lover’s will fall for this Coffee Chocolate Cake.
Storing your individual cake
The whole idea of making a chocolate lava cake in a mug is that there will be no leftovers — it’s intended as a single serving (or a modest serving for two)! That said, feel free to cover and pop any leftovers in the fridge for later. Use within 3 days for the best results.
To reheat, you may want to transfer the leftovers to another container in order to prevent your mug from cracking due to a severe temperature shift. I’d say start with about 30 seconds to take the chill off. Make sure you don’t go overboard or the molten lava center will just become regular cake.
Ok, friends! Parting is such semi-sweet sorrow. You all warm my heart like a mug full of gooey choco lava cake. Now, go on and get (chocolate) chip faced. You deserve it!
Cheyanne
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More chocolate desserts!
If you love this chocolava cake in a cup recipe, try one of these chocolate treats next:
- Chocolate Trail Mix
- Chocolate Velvet Cake (skillet cake)
- Triple Chocolate Cookies
- Tiramisu Chocolate
How to make Chocolate Mug Cake recipe and step-by-step video👇
Chocolate Lava Mug Cake
Equipment
- 1 14 to 16-ounce Mug
- 1 Small Whisk or Fork
Ingredients
- 1/4 Cup All Purpose Flour - spooned & leveled (30 grams)
- 3 TBS Unsweetened Cocoa Powder - spooned & leveled (14 grams) (SEE NOTES)
- 2 TBS EACH: Light Brown Sugar & Granulated Sugar (sub: all white sugar)
- ¼ tsp Baking Powder
- ¼ tsp Kosher Salt
- 1 Large Egg – at room temperature & whisked
- 1/4 Cup Whole Milk (sub: Half & Half)
- 3 TBS Coconut Oil - melted (40 grams) (substitute: vegetable oil) (SEE NOTES)
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 to 1.25 ounce(s) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips or Chunks (sub: chopped chocolate candies, soft caramels, baking chips)
- Optional Toppings: Whipped Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Chocolate Curls, Roasted Peanuts, Salted Caramel Sauce, Chocolate Sprinkles
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: To a 14 to 16-ounce microwave-safe mug, soup bowl or small bowl, add the flour, cocoa powder, both sugars, baking powder and salt. Use a small whisk or fork to mix the dry ingredients together.
- Add the wet ingredients: Make a small well in the center of your dry ingredients. Add the whisked egg, milk, coconut oil and vanilla to the well. Use a small whisk or fork and whisk the mug cake batter until *just* combined.
- Short nuke in the microwave: Add the chocolate mug cake to the microwave and heat on high power for 1 minute.
- Add chocolates: Scatter the chocolate chunks across the top of the raw mug cake.
- Microwave: Return your mug cake to the microwave and heat on full power for an additional 45 seconds to 1 minute, or until the chocolate cake rises, the center is *slightly* firm and shiny, and the cake starts to pull away from the sides of the mug. If your cake is still raw, continue to microwave in short 15-30 seconds bursts.
- Enjoy: Remove mug cake from microwave and immediately drizzle with dessert sauces and enjoy! Or let cool on the counter for 1 minute before topping with whipped cream. Enjoy!
Video
Notes
- Cocoa Powder: For the richest, chocolatey-est taste, use a combination of 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon of Special Dark Cocoa Powder).
- Coconut Oil: Make sure your coconut oil is in a melted state before adding it to the mug cake batter. I just add my 3 tablespoons to a ramekin and melt it on high power for about 20-30 seconds.
- Mug size: The mug lava cake will rise significantly while microwaving. To prevent it from spilling over, make sure you use a large microwave safe mug, at least 14 ounces in capacity.
Nutrition
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Made this with a whatchamacallit candy bar and topped it with whipped cream. It was delicious.
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.
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!
I love how easy this lava cake is and that mug just makes me love this chocolatey snickers cup mug even more!! Take care!!
This looks so good and it will be perfect for all that leftover Halloween candy!
There are no words for this except maybe one…love!
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. 🙂
It was so goooood! Delicious!! We loved it!!
Hi Zaina,
I’m absolutely thrilled you enjoyed this mug cake recipe! Thank you for coming back and leaving a review. Cheers and warm wishes for a wonderful rest of the week! 🙂
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! 😉
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!
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
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!
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!
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!
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
Such a fun new video! And such a fun cake – definitely needs to happen this Halloween!
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.
Still swooning over this mug cake, and I love the video! Have a wonderful week, Chey!
I’m afraid this is way too dangerous! I may be sneaking a lava mug cake at all hours of the day now! 🙂
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!!!
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! 😀
Would you believe I’ve never made a mug cake?! This one looks incredible! And I love that mug!!
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. 🙂
This looks ridiculously delicious!! I know where the leftover Halloween Snickers are going 🙂
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!!! 🙂
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
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. 🙂
Oh my goodness! This mug cake sounds so good. I’m buying extra Snickers bars for Halloween so I can make it!
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 🙂
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!
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!
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!
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. 😉
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!
I’m needing this mug cake right now…for breakfast!
Perfectly acceptable for breakfast, Kathy! 😉 I won’t tell if you don’t! Cheers, lovely!
I love anything with snickers! And something that can be whipped up that fast? Dangerously good!
Thank you so much, Jessica! Cheers to a fabulous day!
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!!
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!
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.
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
Stop it!! This recipe is perfection! Its a mug recipe, lava cake and it has snickerdoodles. I am making this tonight…looks so delicious!!
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! 😉
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!
Thanks so much, Jess! Seems like snickers and caramel are a huge hit with lots of people! Good to know! 🙂 Cheers, girlie!
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.
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
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
Hahahaha! I’m not a sharer either, Zainab! Thanks so much for the incredibly sweet comment! 🙂 Cheers to a beautiful day, sweets!
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!
Thank you so much, Kelley! Mug cakes are great for sweet and quick! Cheers to a fabulous day, girlfriend!
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!
Thank you for appreciating the use of my energy, Kelly! lol AND thank you so much for the sweet comment! Cheers, lovely!
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.
Pinned :).
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
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.
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.
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!
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!
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
This looks seriously indulgent… in all the best ways! I love the idea of mug cakes and yours looks irresistible!
Thank you so much for the sweet comment, Liora!! Cheers to a beautiful day! 🙂
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! 🙂
Thank you so much, Medha!! Halloween candy cravings are the worst! 🙂 Cheers, my dear!
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!
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!
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
Hahaha, thanks love! The mugs are from Steinmart (I think?). Cheers, Allie- to a beautiful day! XOXO
This seriously looks absolutely sensational!
Thanks so much, Jocelyn! Cheers to a fabulous day, girlfriend!
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!
Your parents are very smart to buy extra candy just for you guys! 🙂 Thanks so much for the comment, girlie! Cheers! <3
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. 🙂
I couldn’t agree more, Anu! Mug cakes rock! Thanks so much for the super sweet comment, girlfriend! Cheers! <3
Chocolate perfection! This looks delish!!
Thanks so much, Tay! Cheers, lovely!
You have me crave a mug cake now! It looks sinfully decadent and tempting. Cute mugs as well!
Thanks so much, Angie!! Cheers, girlfriend!
oh god, I can’t even! I just want to dive into that cake! So delicious, pinning!
Dive away, Manali! Thanks so much for the comment and pin! Cheers, dear!
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. :/
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!
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.
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!
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…
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
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 🙂
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! 🙂
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!
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
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!
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!
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
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
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!
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
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
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!
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 🙂
Thanks so much, Johlene! Mug cakes are made for snuggling on the sofa if you ask me! 🙂 Cheers – to a fabulous day!
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! 🙂
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
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.
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!
This mug cake looks absolutely delicious! I love Snickers!
Thanks so much, Marsha! Cheers to a fabulous day, girlie!
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!
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
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!!
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
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
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
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 🙂
Thank you SO much, Harriet!! You are far too sweet!! Cheers to a beautiful day, love! 🙂
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!
Ha! Mug cakes are a perfectly acceptable breakfast, especially for a Monday! 😉 Thanks so much for the sweet comment, Gayle! Cheers my dear!