Tasty Treats: 5-Minute Chocolate Cake

My good friend Stacia sent me this recipe. It is great for when you are having a chocolate craving. One coffee mug makes enough to share (if you should choose).

5-MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE

PREP TIME 2 Min
READY IN 5 Min
SERVINGS 1 -2 Servings (depending on how generous you are feeling).

INGREDIENTS

• 4 tablespoons flour
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons cocoa
• 1 egg
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)
• A small splash of vanilla extract
• 1 large coffee mug (Microwave Safe)

DIRECTIONS

1. Add dry ingredients to mug, and mix well.
2. Add the egg and mix thoroughly.
3. Pour in the milk and oil and mix well..
4. Add the chocolate chips (if using) and vanilla extract, and mix again.
5. Put your mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes at 1000 watts.
6. The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed!
7. Allow to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired.
8. Enjoy!