It’s 10 p.m. and your dessert craving just hit hard. You want something more elevated than store-bought chocolate chip cookies, but you don’t feel like starting a serious baking endeavor just for yourself. That’s why mug cakes are a total godsend. This cookies and cream version is made with just a handful of basic ingredients. Mix everything into a mug and cook it in the microwave for two minutes. Voilà: A single-serve dessert that’ll satisfy your sweet tooth.
Cook Time
2 minutes
Total Time
2 minutes
Yield
1 serving
Ingredients
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon baking powder
2 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed, plus additional for topping
3 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
icing, for topping, optional
Nutrition Info
Calories 406
Fat 15g
Carbs 61g
Fiber 1g
Sugar 31g
Protein 5g
How to Make It
1. Step
In a 12-ounce (375 ml) mug or larger, mix all ingredients until just combined.
2. Step
Microwave on high for 90 seconds to 2 minutes, watching to make sure it doesn’t spill over (depending on the size of the mug).
3. Step
Let cool one minute before eating. Top with icing and cookie crumbs (optional).