# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
05 - Pinch of salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 3 tablespoons milk (dairy or plant-based)
07 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
08 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-Ins
09 - 1 tablespoon chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts
# Directions:
01 - In a microwave-safe mug (minimum 12 fl oz), whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
02 - Add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until smooth and free of dry pockets.
03 - Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
04 - Cook on high power for 90 to 120 seconds, until the cake has risen and the center is set.
05 - Allow the cake to cool for 1 to 2 minutes before consuming directly from the mug.
