Cooking in a small space does not mean one has to forgo dessert options! The quintessential microwave mug cake is a sweet treat for a hotel room. All you need is a mug and a microwave to cook up a gooey chocolate mug cake. This recipe from Food with Feeling is ideal for this situation. Top with ice cream and you have a decadent dessert fit for a night in.
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in June 2018, and updated in June 2020.
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