Microwave Peanut Butter Mug Cookie

Method

1. 1
   • peanut butter3 tbsp
   • brown sugar1 tbsp
   • white sugar1 tbsp
   • egg yolk1
   • vanilla extract¼ tsp

   Mix the wet ingredients — In a small microwave-safe mug or ramekin, stir together the peanut butter, brown sugar, white sugar, egg yolk and vanilla extract until smooth.

2. 2
   • wheat flour2 tbsp
   • baking soda⅛ tsp
   • salt1 pinch

   Form the cookie dough — Add the flour, baking soda and salt, and mix well until a thick, uniform cookie dough forms.

3. 3
   • chocolate chips1 tbsp

   Fold in chocolate chips — Fold in the chocolate chips and press the dough down evenly into the base of the mug.

4. 4

   Microwave until set — Microwave on medium power (about 50%) for 40 seconds, checking at 30 seconds, until the edges look set but the centre is still slightly soft.

   ⏱40 sec
5. 5

   Cool briefly and enjoy — Let the cookie cool in the mug for 2-3 minutes, since it will keep firming up as it sits, then eat it warm straight from the mug with a spoon.