“Drown My Sorrows” Chocolate Cake for One

There are some days that just take everything out of you emotionally. When those days come to an end, you deserve a little chocolate cake to drown your sorrows.

Cake shouldn’t have to be for a big, special occasion. All you need is a big mug, a microwave and a dash of this and that. It will pick you up or let you wallow in misery – depends what you’re in the mood for.

Top with whatever jam or whipped cream is in your fridge. Pair with a red wine like a dry zinfandel or juicy merlot. Light a couple candles. Put on your go-to crying songs (Adele’s Set Fire to the Rain for me) and take a deep breath. The cake is here for you.

“Cake shouldn’t have to be for a big, special occasion.”

Needs: 

  • 12 oz mug (trust me don’t use an 8 oz unless you like cleaning your microwave)
  • Microwave
  • 3 T flour
  • 3 T sugar
  • 2 T cocoa powder
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 3 T Veg oil
  • ¼ t baking powder
  • 3 T milk
  • Splash of vanilla

How to:

  1. Dry stuff together
  2. Wet stuff together
  3. Combine it all in the mug
  4. Nuke for 90 seconds
  5. Let it cool a bit
  6. Pair with red wine, candles and tears