Egg Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free Microwave Chocolate Pudding Cake

I was attempting something else, but this result was a yummy happy surprise that we have now made many times. I wasn't sure what to call this recipe. It's not really a pudding because it's thick and has other ingredients in it. It's not a cake because it isn't the right consistency. I decided to go with Chocolate Pudding Cake because that's about right. It's a gooey chocolate mixture that is made in the microwave and then, if desired, add-ins are stirred in like flaked coconut, berries, oats, etc. The top picture is plain, the second is oats and coconut, the third is oats and strawberries. We also stir a few safe chocolate chips into each either before microwaving or after as an add-in.  Sometimes both!

Microwave Chocolate Pudding Cake

2 tbsp whole wheat flour, white flour, or oat flour
2 tbsp cocoa powder
1/8 tsp baking powder
1/16 tsp salt
2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
2 tbsp soy milk
1 tbsp pure maple syrup, honey, or molasses
1 tsp melted coconut oil or olive oil
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins desired such as oats, dried fruit, safe chocolate chips, unsweetened flaked coconut,
           blueberries, raspberries, diced banana, chopped strawberries, etc.

Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Add the applesauce, soy milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla then mix until thoroughly combined. Microwave for 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 minutes or until set. Cool for a few minutes then stir in the add-ins you desire.
*  Some safe chocolate chips can be added to the batter before it is microwaved for an extra chocolately result.

Egg Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free 1 Minute Giant Microwave Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie

After the success of our 1 Minute Giant Microwave Chocolate Chip Cookie, we decided to try and make a chocolate version. Personally, I like this one better, but the girls love both. It just depends how much chocolate you want. For me, there is no such thing as too much chocolate. Jazlyn loves these cookies and takes them with her when she needs a dessert. The top 2 pictures have the chocolate chips stirred in and the bottom 2 pictures have the chocolate chips sprinkled on top. We like them better sprinkled on top.

 

 

1 Minute Giant Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie

1 tbsp dairy free margarine
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp cocoa powder
Small pinch salt
1 1/2 tbsp soy milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3 tbsp flour
1-2 tbsp safe chocolate chips

In a small bowl, melt the margarine. Stir in the brown sugar, cocoa, and salt until dissolved. Stir in the soy milk and vanilla. Stir in the flour until thoroughly combined. Stir in the chocolate chips. Spread the mixture thinly and evenly into a circle on a sprayed microwave safe plate. Microwave for 1 minute 15 seconds or until set. Use a spatula to remove the cookie from the plate. Eat warm or allow to cool. The cookie will become firmer as it cools.
*  If you want your cookie edges a bit crunchier, microwave for an additional 15 seconds.
*  Instead of stirring in the chocolate chips, you can spread them on top.
*  Top with sprinkles, shredded coconut, or anything you desire.

Egg Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free 1 Minute Giant Microwave Chocolate Chip Cookie

We love to make our 2 Minute Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake. However, this time we decided to see what would happen if we spread it on a plate instead of cooking it in a bowl. The result was a soft giant cookie that you could pick up a eat. The cookie will be about 4" across. The  picture below is of my 9 year old holding the cookie to give you an idea of how big the cookie will be. When we go somewhere else to eat, we have to bring all of Jazlyn's food with us, including dessert. Since this cookie is ready quickly, it is perfect to take with you for a dessert or snack. The bottom picture is Jazlyn's current favorite. We prepared the batter, but topped it with the chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and sprinkles.

 

 

1 Minute Giant Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie

1 tbsp dairy free margarine
2 tbsp brown sugar
Small pinch salt
1 tbsp soy milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3 tbsp flour
1-2 tbsp safe chocolate chips

In a small bowl, melt the margarine. Stir in the brown sugar and salt until dissolved. Stir in the soy milk and vanilla. Stir in the flour until thoroughly combined. Stir in the chocolate chips. Spread the mixture thinly and evenly into a circle on a sprayed microwave safe plate. Microwave for 1 minute 15 seconds or until set. Use a spatula to remove the cookie from the plate. Eat warm or allow to cool. The cookie will become firmer as it cools.
*  If you want your cookie edges a bit crunchier, microwave for an additional 15 seconds.
*  Instead of stirring in the chocolate chips, you can spread them on top.
*  Top with sprinkles, shredded coconut, or anything you desire.

Egg Free, Dairy Free Microwave Baked Acorn Squash

A friend gave me some acorn squash. This is a simple way to prepare it that takes only 10 minutes. I love the brown sugar flavor with the squash.

Microwave Baked Acorn Squash

1 acorn squash, cut in half and seeds removed
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp dairy free margarine

Place the squash, cut side up in a microwave safe dish. Cover with wax paper or plastic wrap then microwave for 7 minutes. Fill the center of the squash with the brown sugar and margarine. Cover then microwave an additional 3 minutes or until tender.
*  As an alternative, you can microwave for 10 minutes or until tender. Then remove all of the squash from the shell. Smash it with the brown sugar and margarine. This is the version that my daughters like the most.

Egg Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free 2 Minute Microwave Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

I love our 2 Minute Microwave Chocolate Cake so much that I decided to make a 2 Minute Microwave Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake. It had a wonderful flavor and texture. I added a few too many chocolate chips (I know, I didn't realize that was possible either). This recipe is very good, but it is also dangerous since it is so easy and fast to make. Tayana and her friend had fun making them for a sleepover because they are so simple, fast, and yummy. Jazlyn even took one as her dessert for a cookout.

2 Minute Microwave Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

2 tbsp dairy free margarine
2 tbsp soy milk
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup flour
1-2 tbsp safe chocolate chips

Place the margarine and soy milk in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 35-45 seconds or until the margarine is melted. Stir in the sugar and vanilla. Stir in the flour. Stir in the chocolate chips. Microwave for 2 minutes or until set. Cool for at least 5 minutes before eating.
*  Using sugar in place of the brown sugar does not work well for this recipe. The cookie cake does not rise and the flavor isn't as good.

Egg Free, Dairy Free Microwave Mint Chocolate Brownies

Jazlyn made this lightly mint flavored yummy chocolate brownies. These brownies are not the gooey chewy kind. They are very moist, a little cakey, and very yummy. If you don't like mint in your brownies, you can omit it for traditional chocolate brownies.

Microwave Mint Chocolate Brownies

2/3 cup sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp mint extract
1 cup flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt

Combine the sugar, applesauce, oil, vanilla, and mint. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, and salt. Add the flour mixture to the sugar mixture then stir until thoroughly combined. Spread the mixture evenly into a sprayed 8x8 microwave dish. Microwave for 4-5 minutes or until set and the edges appear dry. Make sure that you don't overcook the brownies because they will dry out. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
*  You can omit the mint extract if you want plain chocolate brownies.

Egg Free, Dairy Free Microwave Chocolate Covered Oatmeal Bars

All 3 of my girls love to cook and bake. Tayana made these simple Microwave Chocolate Covered Oatmeal Bars. They have a nice mild flavor. The girls loved the melted chocolate on top.

Microwave Chocolate Covered Oatmeal Bars

2 cups quick oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup dairy free margarine, melted
1/4 cup corn syrup
1/2 cup safe chocolate chips

Combine the oats and brown sugar. Stir in the margarine and corn syrup. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into a sprayed 8x8 microwave safe baking dish. Microwave for 4 minutes. Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top. Microwave an additional 30 seconds or until the chocolate is melting. Spread the chocolate evenly over the bars. Refrigerate until set then cut into bars or squares. Store covered in the fridge.

Egg Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free 2 Minute Microwave Chocolate Cake

I was playing around in the kitchen and figured out this fast and simple recipe that is perfect for a chocolate craving or quick dessert. I love the chocolate smell that filled the house. This cake turned out big enough for my girls to share, but it can also be a perfect single serving.

There really isn't a wrong way to make this dessert. Each time we made it, we tried something different and they were all so delicious. We've added coconut, chocolate syrup, mint extract, etc. into the batter and/or thawed frozen berries, soy milk, chocolate syrup, etc. poured on top.

This fast and easy cake is also perfect if you need a last minute piece of cake or single serving dessert to bring along for a party or other function. I keep vanilla and chocolate Pillsbury Easy Frost (spray frosting) on hand so that I don't have to open a big container of frosting. Since I provide all of Jazlyn's food when she eats away from our house or my mom's house, this is a perfect recipe when I'm short on time but need something special for her. She loves to spray on the frosting then decorate it with fun sprinkles.

2 Minute Microwave Chocolate Cake

1 tbsp dairy free margarine
3 tbsp water
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp flour
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp safe chocolate chips, optional

Melt the margarine in a 4 cup capacity microwave safe bowl. Add the water and vanilla then stir to combine. Add the cocoa, flour, sugar, brown sugar and chocolate chips then mix until thoroughly combined. Microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds. Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes before eating.
* Wonderful topped with soy ice cream, safe whipped cream, flaked coconut, chocolate syrup, diced bananas, diced strawberries, blueberries, thawed frozen berries, etc.
* The chocolate chips add to the decadence of the cake, but it would be fine if you leave them out of the recipe.
*  If you would like your cake a little more gooey, use an additional 1 tbsp of margarine and reduce the water to 2 tbsp.

Egg Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free Granola Candy Bars

I was attempting to make a no-bake granola bar. However, when my girls tasted the bars, they kept asking for more candy bars instead of granola bars. They make a great grab and go breakfast or snack. These granola bars pack wonderfully in Ziploc bags or foil.

Granola Candy Bars

1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup Sunbutter
1/4 cup corn syrup
2 cups oats
1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup safe chocolate chips
Place the brown sugar, Sunbutter and corn syrup in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 2 minutes or until the mixture comes to a boil, stirring every minute. Add the oats, Rice Krispies and vanilla then stir until thoroughly combined. Stir in the chocolate chips. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into a sprayed 8x8 baking dish. Cool before cutting. Store tightly covered.
*  These granola bars can be doubled and placed in a 9x13 baking dish.

Egg Free, Dairy Free Guilt Free Microwave Potato Chips

Potato Chips are one of my family's favorite snacks. I decided to try and make my own without all of the oil so that we could have a healthier potato chip. I made them in the microwave using Pam cooking spray and any seasonings the girls like. They were so fast and easy to make and they were crispy and delicious.

Guilt Free Microwave Potato Chips

Potatoes
Safe cooking spray (I use Pam original)
Seasonings desired - Old Bay, garlic salt, seasoning salt, Mrs. Dash flavors, sea salt, etc.

Peel the potatoes then slice them as thin as possible with a potato mandolin slicer, a regular potato peeler or sharp knife. Place the slices in a single layer on a microwave safe dish. Spray with the cooking spray then sprinkle on any seasonings desired. Microwave until the potatoes start to brown like in the above picture. My batches each took 4 minutes, but the time will vary depending on your microwave and how thin your potato slices are. Be careful, because once they start to brown, they can get over done very quickly.