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Camping Chocolate Mug Cake in a Dutch Oven

Bake warm, rich chocolate cake right in the coals. Make this quick dessert after dinner when everyone wants something sweet without the mess.

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Added November 6, 2026
Source: budgetbytes.com
Camping Chocolate Mug Cake in a Dutch Oven
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 2 min
Serves: 1
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • •4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • •4 tbsp granulated sugar
  • •2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • •1 tbsp baking powder
  • •a pinch salt
  • •3 tbsp milk
  • •2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • •1 tsp vanilla extract
  • •2 tbsp chocolate chips

Equipment

  • • microwave-safe mug
  • • mixing spoon
  • • measuring spoons

Instructions

  1. 1In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
  2. 2Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the mug, and stir until smooth.
  3. 3Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  4. 4Microwave the mug on high for about 1 minute and 30 seconds or until the cake has risen and is set in the middle.
  5. 5Let it cool slightly before enjoying.

Camp tips

  • • Microwave times may vary; adjust cooking time as needed.
  • • Add a scoop of ice cream on top for extra indulgence.

Food safety & trail facts

Calories:
350

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