Chocolate Mug Cake

19 Mar posted by

I’ve been a little busy with work the past few weeks so I haven’t been able to dedicate as much time to my kitchen adventures as I would like to.  As a result our desserts have been lacking, until I discovered the Chocolate Mug Cake.  I’m sure you know what I’m talking about.  The beautiful microwave concoction that takes less than 10 minutes to create.  It’s been a staple around these parts lately.

It’s so easy and not at all attractive but if you have a chocolate craving that you need to fill one evening this week, give this a whirl.  You won’t be disappointed.

Chocolate Mug Cake
(Serves 2)

Chocolate Mug Cake
Ingredients: 

  • 1/2 c whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1/4 c brown sugar
  • 1/4 c unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp of baking powder
  • 1/2 c applesauce
  • 1/4 c soy milk (any milk will do)
  • 3 tbsp chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp dried cherries

Instructions: 

  • Whisk the dry ingredients together in a bowl.
  • Add the wet ingredients and stir well.
  • Add in the chocolate chips and dried cherries
  • Pour into two mugs
  • Microwave one mug at a time for approximately 3 minutes.

Extra Information: 

  • The time may vary depending on the power of your microwave.  Adjust accordingly if it isn’t quite done.
  • If you don’t have dried cherries lying around try dried cranberries.
  • For an extra decadent treat top the batter with another tablespoon of chocolate chips before cooking.
  • This can easily be cut in half and turns out perfectly.
  • This is perfection if you use large chocolate chips or chunks.  The mini ones don’t provide the necessary moist chocolate parts.  It’s still good if you use them but I much prefer larger chips for this recipe.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge {dairy free}

12 Feb posted by

Lately I’ve been dreaming of fudge.  The chocolate the melts in your mouth and contains loads of butter and milk.  The kind that is delicious and whipped up by my mother in her kitchen.  You know the kind I’m talking about.  Sadly as I no longer eat butter or milk I can’t indulge in my Mom’s recipe.  Also I’m exhausted after church on Sundays so when I want a treat it has to be easy.   This is my easy, lazy fudge.  So good!  Dairy free!  It’s probably something I shouldn’t eat every day but I figure once in a while won’t likely hurt me.  There are four ingredients and it takes about 20 minutes to pull it all together.   After a couple of hours in the fridge you’ll find yourself with a nice soft fudge square.  Life couldn’t be sweeter.

Cheater Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge

Ingredients:

  • 3 c chocolate chips {we used dairy free}
  • 1 c natural peanut butter
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp soy milk

Instructions:

  • Grease a 9×9 cooking pan.  Set aside.
  • Combine the cornstarch and 2 tbsp of soy milk in a small bowl until smooth.  Set aside.
  • Combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter and remaining soy milk in a sauce pan.
  • Melt the mixture over medium-low to medium heat until smooth and lump free.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture to the chocolate and stir until completely combined and the mixture is smooth again.
  • Remove from heat and beat the mixture by hand until it thickens {approximately 10 minutes or so}
  • Pour the mixture into a pan and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  • Enjoy!

Extra Information:

  • This isn’t your typical hard fudge.  It’s a smooth soft fudge that cuts well and you can definitely get pieces of it to serve individually.
  • This is extremely decadent.  Very little is needed to satisfy a chocolate craving.  If you freeze it you can enjoy some as needed.
  • I used the Enjoy Life brand of chocolate chips.  They are delicious!  If you can get your hand on a bag, try them.  You won’t regret it.
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Healthier Coconut Lime Cupcakes

6 Feb posted by

The dark horse of yesterday’s game wasn’t Mario Manningham or the Giants win but instead the healthier version of Coconut Lime Cupcakes that I threw together at the last minute.  I was worried people wouldn’t like them because I had made some serious adjustments like cutting oil, using whole wheat flour and choosing unsweetened coconut.  They were always popular before and sometimes change isn’t good when you’re used to things a certain way.  I shouldn’t have worried though as no one even noticed!  The adjustments didn’t affect the flavor and I would have to say made them even better.  The old recipe was delicious but rather heavy and unhealthy.  This new recipe is lighter yet still retains the flavor and can be enjoyed on a more regular basis.   I hope you enjoy!

Healthier Coconut Lime Cupcakes

Ingredients:

For the cupcakes:

  • 1 c whole wheat pastry flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 scant c unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 c unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 c sugar
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 c lime juice

For the glaze:

  • 2 c icing sugar
  • 1/4 c lime juice

Instructions:

  • Preheat oven to 400
  • Lightly spray or coat a 12 tin muffin tin with oil.
  • Place Coconut on cookie sheet and toast in the oven until brown for approximately 3-5 minutes.
  • Combine all ingredients except for the coconut in a food processor and blend until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
  • Add coconut and process a couple of times until the coconut is mixed in.
  • Divide the mixture evenly among the cups.
  • Cook in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until done.
  • Remove and allow to cool.
  • Once cool combine the icing sugar and lime juice by beating vigorously.  Ensure that all bumps are removed before glazing.
  • Line your counter with parchment paper and place the cooling rack on top.
  • Drizzle the glaze on your cupcakes and allow to set before eating.
  • Enjoy!

Extra Information:

  • In my original recipe I made 6 instead of 12 cupcakes.  I really like the 12 small cupcakes as they are quite rich but you can make bigger ones if you’d like.
  • You’ll love how fast these are to prepare!  Homemade and just as fast as a mix.  It’s fantastic.  You’ll be a hero!
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Filed Under: Dessert, Eat Clean, Food, Healthy Living, Plant Based Diet, Recipe, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wellness on Whatever Day
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