Chocolate Mug Cake

Sweets have such power over me! Once I start, I have a hard time stopping. I have literally gone home sick from work on my birthday before when co-workers brought me birthday treats that I ate with reckless abandon. With this cake recipe, the portion control is done for you! Craving some chocolate, but don't want to sabotage your hard work? Try this single-serving mug recipe for a delicious sweet treat that won't break the calorie bank!

Chocolate Mug Cake

1 1/2 T cacao powder (can use cocoa powder, but cacao powder is a healthier choice)
3 T flour (gluten-free and whole wheat work well here)
1 1/2 T coconut sugar (can also use regular sugar, but coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index and has less effect on your blood sugar than regular sugar)
1/4 t baking powder
1/8 t salt
3 t coconut oil, melted
1/2 t vanilla extract
3 T almond milk

Directions:  Lightly mist the inside of a large coffee mug* with olive oil. In a small bowl, combine all dry ingredients and mix well. Add wet ingredients and mix until combined and smooth. Pour all ingredients into the coffee mug and microwave for one minute. Remove, let cool for one minute. Enjoy straight from the mug, or remove to a separate bowl.

Did you miss last week's mug recipe? Enjoy a quick and easy breakfast:  http://gymjunkie-katie.blogspot.com/2013/03/smuggled-eggs-good-for-your-mug.html

*This mug's story... My dear friend, Carrie, gave me this mug for my 30th birthday. It reads:  "Live your life with the desire to make a difference." Are there any better words to start your day with?