How do you make peanut butter mug cakes?
Add flour, sugar, and baking powder to a mug and stir together. Stir in milk, oil or melted butter, peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth, being sure to scrape the bottom of the mug. Stir in chocolate chips. Cook in microwave for 70-90 seconds* (until cake is just set, but still barely shiny on top).
How many calories are in a peanut butter mug cake?
One commenter pointed out that there are still 670 calories in the giant serving, but this really is enough to serve two, so if you split it, it’s only 335 calories.
Can you freeze mug cakes?
You can freeze a mug cake. Allow it to thaw in the fridge and then reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. However, because these are so quick to make I would suggest just making as you want them for best taste and texture.
How do you make a chocolate cake in a mug with hot chocolate mix?
Directions
- In a microwave-safe mug, stir together hot cocoa mix, flour, milk, and butter. Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute or until mixture is double in volume and set.
- Cool for 1 minute. If desired, top with ice cream.
- Tip: Premix the batter in mugs several hours ahead. Keep chilled until ready to microwave.
Do you put egg in mug cake?
Add 4 tbsp self-raising flour, 4 tbsp caster sugar and 2 tbsp cocoa powder to the largest mug you have (to stop it overflowing in the microwave) and mix. Add 1 medium egg and mix in as much as you can, but don’t worry if there’s still dry mix left.
What can I use instead of egg in a mug cake?
Silken tofu or plain yogurt will lend a wonderful creaminess. Also consider the flavor profile of your recipe. If it’s dainty and delicate, avoid bold replacements such as flaxseed or banana, which could overwhelm its flavor.
Can I cook cookie dough in the microwave?
Is cookie dough suitable for microwaving? Store-bought or homemade cookie dough is safe to cook in the microwave, but won’t taste as good as conventional cookies. From our tests, the final baked goods were edible, but they weren’t chewy inside and lacked a crispy exterior as you’d get from the oven-baked ones.
Can I use hot cocoa mix instead of cocoa powder?
Hot cocoa mix can actually be used as a cocoa powder substitute in your favorite chocolate desserts. Hot chocolate desserts, like hot chocolate mug cakes, hot chocolate cookies, and hot cocoa cupcakes, use store-bought powdered mix and go way beyond your mug.
What makes a mug cake rise?
Luckily, you don’t need the egg—a pinch of baking powder is enough to help the batter rise up the sides of the mug.