Chocolate lovers know it: when a chocolate craving appears, you have to satisfy it quickly. But, some recipes take time, which can quickly discourage us. This is why the mug cake trend has appeared; both practical and fast, it combines pleasure and chocolate in a jiffy.
Indeed, coming straight from the United States, the mug cake trend refers to a cake baked in a few minutes in a mug, that is to say a large cup. This reduces the time of preparation but also utensils to clean. Numerous followers, many recipes have emerged (mug cake, mug cookie, mug crumble, mug cheesecake) and among them, that of mug cake healthy and gourmet chocolate. Moreover, here are the benefits of two ingredients it contains:
- The benefits of maple syrup
As a natural maple sweetener, maple syrup is often used in healthy recipes. Thanks to its distinct taste and composition, this syrup has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. It contains magnesium, potassium, vitamin B2 and polyphenols. Moreover, the darker its color, the higher its antioxidant content according to a Japanese study. Thus, and still according to the study in question, dark maple syrup can inhibit the cellular proliferation of gastrointestinal cancer cells. It is therefore a promising avenue for the prevention and treatment of cancers of the esophagus, stomach, colon, pancreas and liver.
- The benefits of almonds
Sources of vitamin E, magnesium, calcium, potassium and phytosterols, almonds can reduce stress, facilitate the absorption of certain vitamins and reduce cholesterol. In fact, according to one study, almonds contain monounsaturated fatty acids with a hypocholesterolemic effect that make it possible to fight against bad cholesterol and to prevent diseases including cardiovascular disorders and type 2 diabetes. Note, however, that almonds are to be consumed in moderation and in a certain way (in snack especially and not during meals) to avoid weight gain and the opposite effect of benefits.
- The mug cake recipe healthy and gourmet chocolate
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons bitter cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 egg
- 1 pinch of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons almond powder
- 2 tablespoons almond milk
- 2 tablespoons homemade applesauce and no sugar
- Some flaked almonds
Preparation:
First, start by mixing, using a fork, all the ingredients in a bowl. Then pour the mixture into a mug. For cooking and to avoid the use of the microwave, you can opt for a bain-marie cooking by adding a lid on the pan for 3-4 minutes or in the oven (preheated to 210 ° C) for 10 minutes (n do not forget to brush your mug with a fat before baking).
Note that you can also replace maple syrup with agave syrup or a teaspoon of honey, depending on your taste.
Enjoy your meal !
WARNINGS :
Almonds and maple syrup contain a significant amount of carbohydrates, so they should be consumed in moderation and in limited quantities.
