Valentine’s Day is at the end of the week. While I am a certified choc-aholic, Eric is not much for sweets. But on special occasions, especially Valentine’s Day, he’ll share something sweet with me after the meal. Enter a chocolate chip mug cake for two!
I liked this recipe because it has chocolate in it and makes just two servings, perfect for date night. Eric thought it would be great for those who want to make something sweet for a special person in their lives but may not have a lot of time or kitchen skills. Eric also had some doubts as to whether this recipe would actually work.
I’m happy to report that it worked beautifully. Not only is this dessert quick and easy to make, it uses common ingredients, and it tastes delicious without being over the top sweet. I topped my mug cake with some caramel sauce and Eric topped his with whipped cream. It’s a perfect ending to a wonderful dinner for two!
Dark Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
Dark Chocolate Chip Mug Cake (adapted from tasteofhome.com) Total Time Required: 15 minutes, Prep Time: 12 minute, Cook Time: 3 minutes, Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 large egg yolk, at room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
- chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, ice cream, or whipped cream for topping if desired
Directions:
Spray 2 8-ounce microwave-safe coffee mugs with cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and oil.
Whisk together the milk & oil.
Whisk in an egg yolk and the vanilla extract.
Whisk in an egg yolk & the vanilla
Add the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt to the bowl and stir to combine.
Add the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt to the bowl.
Add the chocolate chips to the batter, stirring to combine.
Add in the chocolate chips.
Split the batter between two mugs.
Split the batter between two mugs.
Microwave the cake on high power until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 2-1/2 minutes.
Cook in the microwave for 2-1/2 minutes on high.
Serve immediately, drizzled with chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, ice cream, or whipped cream as toppings, if desired.
Serve with a topping, if desired.
Share this dessert with a loved one! ~Linda
Dark Chocolate Chip Mug Cake (adapted from tasteofhome.com) Total Time Required: 15 minutes, Prep Time: 12 minute, Cook Time: 3 minutes, Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 large egg yolk, at room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
- chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, ice cream, or whipped cream for topping if desired
Directions:
Spray 2 8-ounce microwave-safe coffee mugs with cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and oil. Whisk in an egg yolk and the vanilla extract. Add the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt to the bowl and stir to combine. Add the chocolate chips to the batter, stirring to combine. Split the batter between two mugs.
Microwave the cake on high power until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 2-1/2 minutes. Serve immediately, drizzled with chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, ice cream, or whipped cream as toppings, if desired.