Desserts-In-Mugs

So I don't think it's a big secret that I love, and I mean LOVE sweet stuff. Especially pastries of any shape or size. Brownies, cake, cookies, scones, strudels, even pop tarts. I just can't get enough. Unfortunately, making brownies usually results in me eating a whole PAN of brownies. The same with cake, batches of cookies, etc. 


Therefore, these quick one-serving desserts made in the microwave in less than 3 minutes are a hands-down winner. 


Here's what I've tried so far (and you should too):


Two Minute Mug Brownie (from this website)
1/4 c. flour
1/4 c. packed brown sugar
2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
2 Tbsp milk, coffee or water

In a heatproof mug, stir together dry ingredients until no lumps remain. Stir in oil and milk until you have a think paste. Microwave on high for a minute, checking it after 30 minutes. It should be springy on the sides and gooey in the middle.

60 Second Gooey Chocolate Mug Cake

• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 scoop ice cream

In a mug, whisk together the egg, cocoa, and powdered sugar until a batter forms. Zap the mug full of batter in your microwave for 60-90 seconds. Remove and top with ice cream. 

Coffee Mug Cake (from this website) - I actually halved this recipe and left out the eggs to cut calories. Still delicious!

1 Tbsp. butter

2 Tbsp. sugar

1/4 c. flour

1/8 tsp. baking powder

2 tsp. sour cream

1 egg (optional)

Crumb topping:

1 Tbsp. butter

2 Tbsp. flour

1 Tbsp. brown sugar

1 tsp. cinnamon

Mix together cake ingredients in a mug. Mix crumb topping together and sprinkle on top of cake. Cook in microwave for 1 minute. 

Happy snacking!