How to make chocolate cake in a frying pan

There’s cake in a mug, and then there’s cake in a frying pan.

The mug cake has its perks: it’s quick to make (just one minute), requires less cleanup (just a mug and a spoon), and takes hardly any effort.

But making a cake in a frying pan takes the concept up a notch. It offers a better texture, a richer flavour, and – most importantly – more cake.

Using a frying pan gives you more control over the cooking process, something that can be tricky with a mug cake made in the microwave. After all, there’s nothing worse than a dry, rubbery mug cake disaster.

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The frying pan method also opens the door for creativity. You can play around with toppings, make layers, and experiment with different shapes.

So, why opt for a frying pan cake when you can just use the oven?

Baking a chocolate cake in the oven takes about 30 to 35 minutes. But, if you're craving something quick, the frying pan is your best bet.

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Also, thanks to load shedding, your oven might not work when that chocolate cake craving hits. You can make it on a portable gas stove or even a braai stand.

All you need is a frying pan and a simple chocolate cake recipe. Chances are, you’ve got everything you need right in your cupboard right now.

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Some of the basic ingredients you'll need include: