Description
This mug cake recipe features chocolate and Rolos for a deliciously satisfying treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp chocolate chips (check for gluten free if needed)
- 3 tbsp plain/all-purpose flour (you can replace with plain gluten free flour like-4-like)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp baking powder (use gluten free if necessary)
- 3 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 small egg (lightly whisked)
- 4 Rolos or other chocolate-covered caramels (check for gluten free)
- Chocolate chips and confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Place the butter and chocolate chips in a jug and melt in the microwave (takes about 30-60 seconds).
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, pinch of salt and whisked egg to the jug. Whisk to combine.
- Pour into a mug. Press 4 Rolos into the centre of the mixture.
- Microwave for 90-110 seconds – until the cake rises up over the rim of the mug.
- Remove from the microwave and top with more chocolate chips and a sprinkling of confectioners’ sugar before serving (be careful, it will be hot).
Notes
- This mug cake is quick and easy, ideal for a last-minute dessert.
- Make sure to check the ingredients for gluten-free options if necessary.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg