Sunday 22 July 2012

Microwave brownie

Well, it turns out that starting a new job means that I've been kinda busy and haven't had a chance to get back into baking yet. This update's not really a proper one either - but I saw this recipe for microwave brownies and thought it was worth a shot.

Microwave Brownie
Ingredients
  • 4tbsp Plain flour
  • 4tbsp Caster sugar
  • 2tbsp Cocoa powder
  • 2tbsp Olive oil
  • 3tbsp Water
Method
  1. Mix all the ingredients up in a mug until homogenous.
  2. Microwave on full power for ~1min40.

So, what's it like? Well, the texture's about right, but it's not nearly chocolatey enough, and the olive oil gives it a slightly weird flavour. It's definitely got potential, but I think it probably needs more cocoa powder, less flour and a switch to sunflower oil. And maybe some chocolate chips too! But it was definitely worth the punt and probably will be worth refining into a better brownie too.
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  1. Stark Radio20 February 2013 at 19:19

    Hello, I have a recipe I've tinkered with a bit, it's not too bad:

    1-big coffee mug or Pyrex cup

    4 level tablespoons flour
    1/4 tsp baking powder or baking soda
    4 tablespoons sugar
    2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
    1 small egg, beaten
    3 tablespoons milk
    3 tablespoons oil -I used coconut oil
    1/2 tsp vanilla
    1 pinch salt
    For a fudgier version, omit egg. It’s fine without it.
    OPTIONAL: 3 tablespoons chocolate chips OR chopped nuts

    Mix dry, then wet, then combine quickly,
    microwave 3 minutes in 1000W oven, 4 minutes in 750W.

    I'd be interested to see your results!

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