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Dark Chocolate Mug Cake

Dark Chocolate Mug Cake
Gluten Free • Dark Chocolate • Ready in Under 5 Minutes

Dark Chocolate Mug Cake

A rich, soft-centred gluten free dark chocolate mug cake designed for busy days, calm evenings and moments when you want comfort fast - with the depth of real dark chocolate and warming spices.

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The Ritual Benefits

Small Mug.
Big Comfort.

Designed as a quick single-serve ritual with no waste, no leftovers and minimal washing up. Just a warm dark chocolate moment made for one — ready in minutes.

Perfect For One

A true single-serve recipe designed for one mug and one moment of comfort — no excess portions, no overindulgence and no food waste.

Minimal Washing Up

One bowl, one mug and only a few minutes from start to finish, making this an easy everyday ritual without a big clean-up.

Fast Comfort Reset

Ready in under 5 minutes when you need warmth, calm and something grounding after a long day or busy afternoon.

Dark Chocolate Ritual

Real dark chocolate paired with warming spices creates a slower, more intentional dessert experience compared to heavily processed alternatives.

Cosy Evening Moment

Ideal for evenings curled up on the sofa, mindful pauses during the day or quiet moments where comfort matters.

Gluten Free Ease

Made using gluten free ingredients so you can enjoy a rich chocolate dessert without needing complicated swaps or specialist baking skills.

Ready In Minutes

From bowl to warm mug cake in under 5 minutes — perfect for busy schedules, evening cravings or a quick comforting reset.

Mind & Mood

Dark chocolate contains naturally occurring theobromine and cacao compounds often associated with calm focus, comfort and feel-good moments.

Warming Spices

Cinnamon and ginger bring warmth, depth and ritual-inspired flavour while transforming this into a cosy nourishing dessert experience.

Gluten Free Comfort

Made using gluten free ingredients for a rich indulgent dessert that feels luxurious while staying simple and accessible.

The Ingredients

Your Mug Cake Ritual

Soft, rich and deeply chocolatey with warming spice notes and melted pockets of dark chocolate throughout.

  • 23g Plain Gluten Free Flour
  • 15g Granulated Sugar
  • 5g Cocoa Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • Dash of Salt
  • 45g Almond Milk
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Ginger
  • 14g Avocado Oil
  • Dash Vanilla Essence
  • 5g Chopped 100% Dark Chocolate or 72% / 87.5%
Less Than 5 Minutes

How To Make It

1

Coat the inside of your mug lightly with avocado oil to help create a soft texture and prevent sticking.

2

In a bowl combine the gluten free flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger and salt.

3

Add almond milk, avocado oil and vanilla essence. Stir until smooth and glossy before pouring into the mug.

4

Add the chopped dark chocolate pieces and gently swirl through the mixture for melted chocolate pockets.

5

Microwave for around 60 seconds. If needed continue in 10 second bursts until risen, soft and slightly doughy.

6

Serve warm with your quick dark chocolate custard poured generously over the top.

Watch The Ritual

Warm. Rich. Ready Fast.

A comforting gluten free dessert with real dark chocolate and warming spice notes — designed for calm evenings, quick resets and indulgent moments.

The Cheat Chocolate Custard

Pour Over Comfort

Want to elevate the experience? Simply warm a tin of custard in a pan and stir through around 20g of 100% dark chocolate until melted and silky smooth.

Pour over your warm mug cake for a rich comforting dessert with extra depth and dark chocolate intensity.

*All recipes use gluten free ingredients.

Crafted With Real Dark Chocolate

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Dark Chocolate Ritual

Discover the rich depth of 72%, 87.5% and 100% dark chocolate from 80Noir Ultra® — designed for comforting rituals, calm energy and luxurious everyday moments.

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Ritual • Comfort • Dark Chocolate

Chocolate Comfort,
Reimagined

Rich dark chocolate, warming spices and a soft-centred gluten free texture - all ready in under 5 minutes for moments that nourish both mind and body.

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