BROWNIE MUG CAKE

Perfect for chocolate lovers, this mug cake is decadent and rich, while not being heavy on your stomach. This is a great nightly sweet treat with bonus nutritional benefits.

This recipe is from my 5 GRANDMAS HEALTHY TEEN SERIES.

Pros: 

• A quick and easy sweet treat

• Requires minimal ingredients 

• Adjustable sweetness

• Food groups: protein (egg + nuts and seeds (coconut flour)), fruits (raspberries or strawberries), dairy (butter + greek yogurt)

BROWNIE MUG CAKE

SERVINGS: 1
PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES
COOKING TIME: 1 MINUTE
TOTAL TIME: 6 MINUTES

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon of butter

• 1 tablespoon coconut flour 

• 1 tablespoon of sweetener (maple syrup, honey, coconut sugar, stevia)(I used coconut sugar)

• 1 egg

• 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder

• ½ teaspoon of baking powder

• 2 tablespoons of 72% cocoa chocolate (chopped)

• Pinch of flaky sea salt/maldon salt 

• ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract 

• ¼ cup of unsweetened greek yogurt 

• 1 tablespoon of honey

• Strawberries for topping

• Raspberries for topping 

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prep the Batter

   In a large mug, melt the butter in the microwave in 30 second increments. Once melted, add the coconut flour, sweetener, egg, cocoa powder, baking powder, and vanilla extract. Mix then add the chopped dark chocolate and mix again.

2. Cook the Mug Cake

   Sprinkle the batter with a pinch of flaky sea salt/maldon salt and microwave on high for 60 seconds.

3. Prepare the Toppings

   In a separate dish, mix the greek yogurt with the honey. Rinse strawberries and raspberries for topping.

4. Serve!

   Once the mug cake is cooked, top with the sweetened yogurt, berries, and enjoy!