Books to Cooks—Hack Your Cupboard

SIMPLE BROWNIE
Makes 1 serving

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 2 tablespoons milk

  • 2 packets hot chocolate mix (about 5 tbsp)

  • 4 tablespoons flour

DIRECTIONS

  1. Place the butter in a large mug or medium microwaveable bowl. Microwave on high for 15-30 seconds, until melted. Add the milk and oil, and stir with a fork.

  2. Add the chocolate mix and flour to the mug, and blend thoroughly with a fork until completely combined,

  3. Cover with a paper towel and microwave on high for 60 seconds. Check for doneness and cook for 10 seconds at a time, until the brownie has puffed up and is no longer wobbly.