W-w-what? If you forgot to get reservations for a fancy-shmancy restaurant for tonight, or if you planned to chill at home regardless, why not treat yourself — and your boo if that’s the case — with some chocolate cake? In 5 minutes. In the microwave. 

 

  • coffee mug
  • 4 tablespoons flour - make sure you measure it right – or the cake is a lie!
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
  • 2 tablespoons whisked egg - 1 egg is too much, 1 egg white is too eggy, 1 yolk is too dense, but 2 tblsp is just right!
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 3 tablespoons chocolate chips
  • splash vanilla or other flavoring – try peppermint or cinnamon

This girl is like the amazing roommate I never had…and should probably be glad I didn’t for the sake of my waistline. But what better way to manage your portions on something as indulgent as chocolate cake than to make it in a coffee mug? I love this idea. Y’all know me and my sweet tooth. [via Instructables]

Enjoy! And feel free to share any other of your favorite Valentine’s recipes in the comments.