Five minute Chocolate Mug Cake

After mentioning this five minute chocolate cake a few posts ago I was asked for the recipe.

It might not be the most attractive cake in the world, but it tastes pretty damn good...

Thanks to BBC Radio 2 for the recipe (here).

5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake

Here are the ingredients you'll need. The utensils you'll need are - scales or measuring spoons, a large coffee mug and a microwave!

Ingredients
4 tbs / 45 gms self raising flour
4 tbs / 55gms caster sugar
2 tbs / 17gms cocoa powder
1 egg
3 tbs / 43 mls milk
3 tbs / 25 mls sunflower oil
3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)
A small dash of vanilla extract
1 large coffee mug
Double cream or creme fraiche - optional for serving

Method
Add dry ingredients to the mug, and mix well. Add the egg and mix thoroughly.
Add the milk and oil - mix well (don't forget the corners / edges of the mug).
Add the chocolate chips (if using) and vanilla extract, and mix again.
Put your mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes (in a 1000 watt microwave). The cake will rise above the top of the mug, but don't worry it’s supposed to!Allow to cool a little, tip out onto a plate.
EAT and enjoy - this can serve two - it’s a huge portion for one!
Serve with fresh double cream, crème fraiche or custard. You can have the mix ready when you sit down to eat dinner and then pop them in the microwave so it is ready when you finish.