Chocolate Mud Cake Mastery: Do’s, Don’ts & Texture Fixes You Need To Know

By Bhavana Verma

Introduction

Dense, fudgy, and indulgent, the chocolate mug cake has everything you can ask for in a dessert. Here are a few tips and tricks to get it right every time.

Melt Ingredients Gently

Always mix the batter and ingredients gently for a smooth texture.

Bake Low and Slow

Bake at 150–160°C (300–320°F) for an even, moist interior.

Rest Overnight

Let the cake rest overnight in the fridge for structure and firmness.

Avoid Overmixing

Avoid mixing too much, as it can make the cake dry.

Brush with Syrup

When the baked cake is too dry, brush it with sugar syrup.

Line the Tin Well

For easy removal, line the cake tin well with parchment paper or butter paper.

Blind Bake

Do not peek into the baking cake in the oven. Blind bake it to avoid moisture from escaping.

Use Cold Ingredients

Cold ingredients provide density and lightness to the batter.