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"The One" Chocolate Mug Cake

In just two minutes you can have this perfect single serving chocolate mug cake to quiet that sweet tooth. 
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time4 minutes
Total Cost: $0.30 recipe
Servings: 1
Author: adapted from Jessie @ Made From Scratch

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour $0.02
  • 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder $0.03
  • 2 tsp sugar $0.01
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder $0.02
  • a pinch salt $0.01
  • 1 Tbsp cooking oil $0.04
  • 2 Tbsp milk $0.04
  • 1 Tbsp peanut butter $0.13

Instructions

  • In your mug, stir together the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt). Make sure there are no clumps.
  • Stir in the vegetable oil and milk until the mixture is smooth. Drop a tablespoon of peanut butter into the center and push it down into the batter.
  • Microwave on high for one minute and then enjoy!

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Notes

Microwave power varies slightly, so you may want to experiment with the cooking time, give or take 5-10 seconds. One minute is a good place to start.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 344.9kcal | Carbohydrates: 28.4g | Protein: 7.3g | Fat: 23.5g | Sodium: 569mg | Fiber: 1.5g