Nutella Cake in a Cup

I know a few people have been waiting for this one! A dessert treat that's completely indulgent, but guaranteed to solve your craving for chocolate. Let's face it, some Winter days (like today) are just made for desserts like this! This is in no way a healthy option, but as an occasional treat, it is perfect. Enjoy!

Nutella Cake in a Cup

Serves 1

4 tablespoons self raising flour
4 teaspoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon caster sugar
pinch of salt
1 teaspoon of oil*
3 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon of vanilla essence
1 tablespoon Nutella chocolate spread

* I used light olive oil but you can substitute other oils.


1. Place flour, cocoa, caster sugar and salt in a microwave safe cup and mix together with a spoon.

2. Add oil, water and vanilla essence and stir again, ensuring it is completely combined and that no air pockets of flour remain.

3. Add the Nutella to the centre, pushing it down into the batter a little but not submerging it completely.

4. Bake in microwave on high for 1 minute.

I made mine in a large mug/cup and cake rose to about 3/4 of the way up.
It is very decadent so you may want to share a cup with someone, halve the recipe or eat it with a dollop of cream (to cut through the richness).

Do you have a favourite cake in a cup recipe?