Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookie Cake for One
Is anyone outside of the tri-state area inundated with the Anthony Weiner scandal? I find the entire thing fascinating. I mean...who thinks that they can send photos of...himself...to women over Twitter (or any social media app) and think that no one will find out? As a public official? Hello, 2011! Don't they know that nothing is private?
Politics totally aside, I'm not sure what's more disturbing...the fact that he did this at all or the fact that he thought that the photos would go completely unnoticed in the first place. And, um, hello? His name is Weiner...and he's sending out photos of his...you know. Oh the irony is not lost on me.
Last night I met some former co-workers for drinks at Rio Grande on the east side. One pear margarita was all I needed to get the party started. That was one strong beverage! Unfortunately, I arrived home looking and feeling like a big hot mess due to the 95 degree temps that we had today. Ack. I can't even walk outside for 5 minutes in this heat without turning into a full-blown sweaty beast, frightening children and pets as they pass me on the street.
So when I finally arrived, I had one thing on the brain - food!!! I didn't have anything quick around to whip up, so I decided it would be a dessert before dinner night. Or more like instead of dinner.
In less than 3 minutes, I had a delicious chocolate & peanut butter cookie cake all for myself to enjoy. It's only fair that I share it with you as well...for those dessert for dinner moments, or any of those post dinner sweets cravings! Oh and this is especially perfect for me since a certain someone does not eat dessert. It's ok. More for me.
Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookie Cake for One
*Adapted heavily from Carrots 'n Cake
1 tbsp whole wheat flour
1 tbsp Splenda brown sugar blend
2 tbsp nut butter (I used organic, natural creamy pb)
1 tbsp liquid egg whites
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp semi-sweet chocolate chips
cooking spray
In a bowl, combine the flour, Splenda, nut butter, egg whites, baking powder, and vanilla extract.
Mix with a rubber spatula.
Gently stir in the chocolate chips and form a little mound with the dough.
On a microwave-safe dish, spray a small bit of cooking spray. Empty the dough onto the dish and flatten into a patty. Microwave for 45 seconds.
Top with whipped cream, if desired, and enjoy!
It might sound loco, but the dough completely cooks through, so no need to worry about uncooked eggs or any health hazards relating to that. Less than 1 minute in the microwave produces a soft cake-like cookie that is filling, tasty, and not actually all that bad for you when you consider the ingredients. Oh and did I mention that it's super filling? Well it is. And I like it. A lot.
So what do you think? Could this be any easier? What's your favorite quick dessert?
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Dessert for one is such a great idea and this looks delicious. My hubs isn't a huge fan of desserts so I always end up eating more than I should. I can't wait to try it!
Yum, your version sounds delicious! Especially topped with whipped cream:-) What I find most disturbing about the scandal is that I wasn't surprised at all. These politicians are all sleazebags.
I love the idea of dessert for one; we don't indulge enough when we are alone. Well... I do, but it's nice to not have a whole cake sitting around after yoou eat a slice.
That looks pretty epic - but I have to admit, if I was suffering from the heat, I totally would have chosen ice cream (or frozen yogurt) if I was feeling dessert-like...! =)
Although, I think your dessert was probably way healthier and it looks delish!
Wow that Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookie Cake looks incredible! :D Desserts are my favorite
I love when bloggers post "for one" type recipes!! This is perfect and I don't think that could be any easier!! my fav easy dessert is Sara Lee Pound cake panini!
I totally want to make a gluten-free version of this... it sounds amazing!!!! :)
I kinda love you for making yourself a big cookie for dinner. Isn't being an adult fun!? You can eat whatever the hell you want and no one can tell you any different!
And yes, I am incredibly amused by the Weiner scandal because with that name the headlines write themselves. "Weiner Exposed" has been my favorite so far. What a weiner.
what a brilliant idea for those times when you don't want to make a whole batch of cookies!
As one of Weiner's friends said: "How can a man so smart be so STUPID?" Indeed.
Ah! This cookie looks amazing though. And I don't think it's for one...I would want three of these!
I'm having a major peanut butter chocolate addiction right now. I can't stop making things with that combo, thanks for yet another yummy pb choc idea!
One for me PLEASE! YUM!