Indulge in the irresistible charm of our Graham Cracker Mug Cake – it's quick, easy, and utterly addictive! Packed with rich chocolate, crunchy graham cracker crumbs, and gooey melted marshmallows, it's the perfect treat for when you're craving the taste of a s'more in a mug cake.
Looking for more mug cake recipes? Nutella Mug Cake, Brownie Mug Cake or Protein Mug Cake.
Top Tip
Serve immediately after taking it out from the microwave. The chocolate chips tend to go back to their harder state when left out in a cold area for a while.
Variations
- Pumpkin Spice Mug Cake: Mix in pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of cloves to the batter for a cozy autumn twist. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Banana Graham Cracker Mug Cake: Fold mashed ripe bananas into the batter and add a dash of cinnamon. Top with sliced bananas and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
- Berry Graham Cracker Mug Cake: Stir fresh or frozen berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries) into the batter. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream and a few extra berries.
- Lemon Blueberry Graham Cracker Mug Cake: Add lemon zest and blueberries to the batter. After cooking, drizzle with a lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
Substitutions
- Flour: Instead of all-purpose flour, you can use whole wheat flour, almond flour, coconut flour, or a gluten-free flour blend for a healthier or gluten-free option.
- Sweetener: Replace granulated sugar with brown sugar, coconut sugar, honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute like stevia or erythritol. Adjust the amount based on sweetness preference.
- Liquid: Instead of milk, you can use almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, or any other non-dairy milk for a lactose-free option. For a richer flavor, try using buttermilk or yogurt.
- Flavorings: Experiment with different extracts such as vanilla, almond, coconut, or peppermint for unique flavor profiles. You can also add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom for extra warmth.
- Mix-ins: Get creative with mix-ins like chopped nuts (such as pecans, walnuts, or almonds), dried fruits (like raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots), chocolate chips, or shredded coconut for added texture and flavor.
- Toppings: Customize your mug cake with various toppings such as whipped cream, ice cream, caramel sauce, chocolate ganache, fresh fruit, crushed graham crackers, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: If you don't have graham crackers on hand, you can substitute crushed digestive biscuits, vanilla wafers, or any other similar cookie or biscuit for the same crunchy, sweet texture. Adjust the sweetness accordingly based on the substitution.
Storage
- Refrigeration: If you have leftover mug cake, allow it to cool completely first. Then, transfer it to an airtight container or wrap it tightly with plastic wrap. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. When you're ready to eat it, you can enjoy it cold or reheat it in the microwave for a few seconds until warm. (But this recipe taste best fresh.)
Ingredients
Gather the ingredients for this Graham Cracker Mug Cake:
- graham cracker crumbs
- unsalted butter
- chocolate chips
- granulated sugar
- egg
- vanilla extract
- all-purpose flour
- unsweetened cocoa powder
- baking powder
- salt
- mini marshmallows
Instructions
Once the ingredients are all ready, let's begin!
In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of butter and 1 oz of chocolate:
Melt in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, and set aside.
The consistency of the chocolate should be like this:
In another bowl, melt ½ tablespoon butter then add 3 tablespoons of graham cracker crumbs and stir until moistened, then press graham crumbs into the bottom of the mug.
In another bowl, whisk the egg, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Then add flour, cocoa, baking powder, salt, and mix until well combined:
Add half of the batter to the mug, followed by a handful of mini marshmallows. Add the remaining batter on top and microwave for 1 minute and 40 seconds. Remove and top with additional marshmallows and microwave for 15-20 seconds:
Sprinkle with graham crumbs!
FAQ
Graham Cracker Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ tablespoon unsalted butter melted
- 1 oz chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 medium egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cups all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅕ teaspoon baking powder
- pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon mini marshmallows
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons butter and 1 oz of chocolate and melt in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, set aside.
- In another bowl, melt ½ tablespoon butter then add 3 tablespoon of graham cracker crumbs and stir until moistened, then press graham crumbs into bottom of mug.
- In another bowl, whisk egg, sugar, vanilla until smooth. Then add flour, cocoa, baking powder, salt, and mix until well combined.
- Add half of the batter in the mug, followed by a handful of mini marshmallow. Add remaining batter on top and microwave for 1 minutes and 40 seconds. Remove and top with additional marshmallows and microwave for 15-20 seconds. Sprinkle with graham crumbs!
Watch The Recipe Video!
There are days when I want to bake and eat a quick and tasty dessert, but I don't want to go through the whole process of baking a bunch of them. Who's with me?!
Well, this recipe is for you! A quick and tasty dessert is ready in moments! If you love to eat Graham Crackers, I suggest adding whole pieces of Graham Crackers after the first batch of marshmallows.
Let me know how this recipe goes for you and tag me on Facebook or Twitter with a picture!
Bonnie says
Make some more yummy and easy recipes! I love them, Lainey!
Lainey says
For sure Bonnie! Thank you so much for dropping by my blog!
Ben says
There's a long list of ingredients, but totally worth it! I ate it vanilla bean ice cream and it elevated the recipe! Thank you
Vanessa says
My husband shared this with me when I was craving something chocolately! loved it, thank you!