Seven-Minute Gooey Chocolate Fudge Microwave Cake

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This 7-minute gooey chocolate cake recipe is one I have known since I was a child. It is a great one to rustle up in the microwave if you are in need of a quick chocolate fix, as it comes out as a chocolate sponge cake with a delicious sauce hidden at the bottom. Great with ice cream!

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
7 mins
Total Time:
12 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 4 ounces self-rising flour

  • 4 ounces white sugar

  • 1 ounce unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 pinch salt

  • 1 egg

  • ¼ cup milk

  • 2 ounces margarine, melted

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Sauce:

  • 4 ounces brown sugar

  • 1 ounce unsweetened cocoa powder

  • ¼ pint warm water

Directions

  1. Mix flour, sugar, 1 ounce cup cocoa powder, and salt together in a bowl. Add egg, milk, melted margarine, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine and transfer to a large microwave-safe bowl with sides at least 2 inches high.

  2. Combine brown sugar and 1 ounce cocoa powder in a bowl. Sprinkle on top of the batter in the microwave-safe bowl. Pour warm water gently over the cake; use a fork to gently prick a few holes in the cake to allow water to seep in.

  3. Cook in the microwave on high power for 5 minutes. Serve with ice cream or custard.

Cook's Note:

If you don't have a scale and want to measure in cups, the cup measures are: 1 cup self-rising flour, 1/2 cup sugar,/ 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 1/4 cup margarine and for the sauce 1/2 cup brown sugar.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

321 Calories
10g Fat
57g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 321
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 32mg 11%
Sodium 375mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 57g 21%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 38g
Protein 5g 10%
Calcium 111mg 9%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 226mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.