DESSERT

5-MINUTE CHOCOLATE COFFEE-CUP CAKE

We tested this using a 1 ½-cup glass Pyrex measuring cup and the batter reached the 1-cup mark, so you definitely need a large-capacity coffee mug.

• ¼ cup flour

• ¼ cup sugar

• 2 tablespoons cocoa

• 1 egg

• 3 tablespoons milk

• 3 tablespoons oil

• 3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)

• Splash of vanilla extract

Measure the flour, sugar and cocoa into a large coffee mug; mix well. Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Pour in the milk and oil and mix well. Add the chocolate chips and vanilla extract, and mix again.

Put the mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes at 1,000 watts (100 percent power in a 1,000-watt oven; adjust percentage if your oven is more powerful).

The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed; it won't fall into the oven. Allow it to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired. Eat warm. Makes 2 servings.

Per serving: 400 calories (54 percent from fat), 25.1 g fat (3.3 g saturated, 13.7 g monounsaturated), 108 mg cholesterol, 6.5 g protein, 41.3 g carbohydrates, 2.2 g fiber, 45.4 mg sodium.

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