Description
Creamy hot cocoa cupcake mugs blend winter comfort with sweet indulgence, inviting dessert enthusiasts into a world of nostalgic delight. Marshmallow-topped chocolate treats promise warmth and joy in each delectable bite, perfect for chilling moments you’ll cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (15.25 ounces) Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Mix-in Ingredients:
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons hot cocoa mix
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F and prepare four microwave-safe ceramic mugs with a light cooking spray coating.
- Mix the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs in a medium mixing bowl until the batter achieves a smooth, consistent texture without lumps.
- Carefully distribute the cake batter into each mug, ensuring each container is filled approximately halfway to allow space for rising.
- Generously sprinkle mini marshmallows, hot cocoa powder, and chocolate chips across the surface of each batter-filled mug.
- Microwave each mug individually for 90 seconds, checking with a toothpick to confirm complete cooking – the inserted pick should emerge clean and dry.
- Allow the cupcake mugs to rest and cool for 3-4 minutes, which helps stabilize their texture and prevents burning.
- Optional: Garnish with a dollop of fluffy whipped cream or additional marshmallows for a delightful finishing touch before serving warm.
Notes
- Swap out traditional cake mix for gluten-free alternatives to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising taste.
- Use silicone mugs for easier removal and more consistent cooking results when preparing these individual desserts.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the batter for enhanced depth and complexity of flavor that complements the hot cocoa theme.
- Consider reducing microwave time by 15-20 seconds for extra moist cupcakes, as ovens and microwaves vary in power and performance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg