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When cravings for something sweet hit, especially in the middle of the night when most bakeries are closed, you often have just a couple of choices: dash to the nearby convenience store for chocolate bars or prepare a treat at home. If you're living in a space without an oven, the second option might seem daunting. But there's good news for residents of apartments in San Antonio, Texas: your microwave might just be your dessert savior.

While traditionalists may swear by the oven, those living in cozy apartments can still enjoy delightful chocolate desserts made effortlessly in a microwave. Next time you find yourself needing a chocolate fix, try these microwave-friendly treats right from the comfort of your home at The View at Westover Hills.

Chocolate Mug Cake Delight

Have you ever created a mug cake only for it to turn out spongy? Often, the culprit behind this texture is the inclusion of eggs. Luckily, with this soft and moist eggless recipe, you can relish the rich texture akin to traditional oven-baked cakes without any special equipment.

Ingredients

For the cake batter

• 4 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons canola oil

For the frosting

• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. In a microwave-safe mug, blend flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
2. Combine in milk, vanilla extract, and canola oil, stirring thoroughly.
3. Microwave for around 1 minute and 30 seconds or until the cake appears cooked through.
4. In another microwave-safe bowl, mix chocolate chips and heavy cream.
5. Heat for 1 minute and 10 seconds, ensuring the chips are completely melted.
6. Stir once again and drench the cake with this exquisite icing.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Entirely A La Mode

For those late-night cookie cravings, it's tempting to run out and grab something pre-made. However, creating your version of a delectable, gooey chocolate chip cookie right in your apartment is both convenient and satisfying. Plus, this recipe adds a scoop of divine vanilla ice cream atop the finished cookie.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 3 tablespoons flour
• Pinch of salt
• 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream

Instructions

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix butter, brown and white sugars, baking powder, vanilla extract, and coconut oil.
2. Incorporate flour and salt, ensuring a consistent mixture.
3. Scatter chocolate chips onto the mix, then microwave for 40-60 seconds until it's baked to your liking.
4. Enjoy served with a luscious scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Two-Minute Scrumptious Chocolate Brownie

Sometimes, all you need is the rich, fudgy taste of a classic chocolate brownie. Thankfully, this microwave recipe satisfies that urge swiftly, allowing you to bask in chocolatey indulgence almost instantly in your cozy San Antonio apartment.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• Pinch of coffee powder
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons flour
• Pinch of salt
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 scoop vanilla ice cream (optional)

Instructions

1. In a microwave-safe mug, blend cocoa, coffee powder, brown sugar, flour, and salt.
2. Integrate canola oil, milk, and vanilla extract, stirring thoroughly.
3. Microwave for 1 minute and 20 seconds to 1 minute and 40 seconds or until the brownie rises.
4. Complement with a refreshing scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Where Can You Indulge in These Chocolate Delights?

Living at The View at Westover Hills, in the heart of San Antonio, puts you within reach of the vibrant local scene and these easy microwave recipes. With amenities that range from a state-of-the-art fitness center to a resort-style pool, residents enjoy both convenience and luxury. Perhaps after a day spent by the pool or at the clubhouse, indulging in these decadent desserts is the perfect way to unwind in your apartment's well-equipped kitchen, which features black appliances and stunning granite countertops. Satisfying those chocolate cravings has never been easier!