FROM THE RECIPE BOX
🍫 The After-Shift Chocolate Mug Cake

A small comfort for nights when the kitchen is closed but you’re not quite ready for bed.
⏱ 5 minutes🍽 1 mug
What you’ll need
- 4 tbsp plain flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
- A tiny pinch of salt
How to make it
- Combine the flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder and salt in a large microwave-safe mug.
- Stir in milk and oil until no dry flour remains.
- Microwave on high for 60 seconds, then check. If needed, cook in 10-second bursts until set but still soft.
- Let stand for one minute before eating; the mug and cake may be hot.
Little kitchen note
Microwaves vary, so start with less time. Add a square of chocolate before cooking if you have one.