Easy Mock Gateau au Chocolat in a Microwave

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   Measure the cake flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder by putting in a plastic bag to weigh.

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   Combine and rub together.

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   It takes less energy this way.

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   Heat a pan of water.

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   Using that as a double boiler, melt the butter over a bowl.

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   Add sugar into the melted butter and mix together.

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   Also mix in the eggs and beat well.

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   Then add heavy cream and mix some more.

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   At this point, fold in all the dry ingredients, mix until smooth and the flouriness is gone.

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    Grease a tupperware with melted butter.

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    Pour in the batter.

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    Tap the bottom to smooth out the surface.

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    Cover the tupperware with plastic wrap.

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    Insert two chopsticks underneath the tupperware and microwave for 3 to 4 minutes at 500 to 600W.

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    Test the cake with a bamboo skewer and make sure it comes out clean.

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    Done!

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    Flip the tupperware over and make sure the bottom comes off.

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    Then, without taking it out of the container, set aside to cool.

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    When cooled down thoroughly, sift powdered sugar from a tea strainer and decorate the top to finish!

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    Serve with whipped cream (handmade or store-bought)!

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    I personally recommend whipping the cream until they form soft or firm peaks to pour over the cake!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.