Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp caster sugar
- 4 tbsp self-raising flour
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ tbsp vanilla extract
- Handful chocolate chips
Makes 1 Mug Cake
Baking time: <10 minutes
Prep time: <30 minutes
Method
- Put the butter into a large, microwave-safe mug. Microwave for 10–20 seconds, or until the butter has melted.
- Once the butter is melted, use a fork to stir in the brown sugar, caster sugar, self-raising flour and cocoa powder. Mix until well combined without any lumps.
- Add the egg yolk and the vanilla extract and stir again. Microwave for 30 seconds.
- After 30 seconds, remove from the microwave, taking care to protect your hands as it could be hot. Put the chocolate chips on top of the cake mixture and use a teaspoon handle to push them down slightly into the mixture. Microwave for a further 30–40 seconds.
- Carefully remove from the microwave and leave the cake to cool for 15 minutes.
- Eat on its own or add a topping such as a scoop of ice cream, sprinkles, a chocolate flake or strawberries. Enjoy!
