Quick Recipes For The Lazy Baker

Do you ever wish for a giant treat but feel too lazy to bake? This happens to me too often! How I wish bakeries would deliver at midnight.

Till someone monopolises on this idea, I must have quick dessert recipes that I can whip up at the drop of a dime. The 3 recipes furnished below are perfect for that lazy baker dwelling deep inside each one of us. So next time when midnight rolls upon and your sweet tooth cravings arouse, you’ll be happy to have these on your fingertips.

1. Guilt-Free Choco Chip Cookies
Have you ever desired to have coco chip cookies every day and not feel guilty? You will do so today because these choco chip cookies are not made of wheat nor do they have butter as an ingredient. No more compromising. Bake quinoa cookies that are easy on your tummy and fabulous for your health.

INGREDIENTS:

• ¾ cup quinoa flour
• 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 2tbsp olive oil
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup chocolate chips
• A handful of sunflower seeds

METHOD:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Add all the ingredients except the quinoa flour and chocolate chips into a bowl. Stir with an electric mixer or just a fork.
• Slowly add the quinoa flour and chocolate chips. Blend them in well.
• Dab your hands with quinoa flour and make balls out of the dough. Place balls on the cooking sheet and flatten gently.
• Bake for 15 minutes.

2. Gluten-Free Two Minute Mug Brownie
Brownies and cakes one can stir in a mug and microwave in minutes are a rage with foodies around the world. The recipe is so simple that you will be lured to relish this sinful treat every other day.

INGREDIENTS:

• ¼ cup gluten-free oat flour or quinoa flour
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp canola oil
• 2 tbsp milk
• Pinch of salt
• A handful of chia seeds

METHOD:

• In a heatproof mug, mix the dry ingredients and stir well.
• Add the oil and milk. Stir until you get a thick consistency.
• Microwave on high for 60 seconds. You know it’s done when it’s springy on the top but slightly gooey.

3. 5 Minute Blackberry Cobbler Recipe
This recipe works best when you desire for a treat right away and don’t want to waste an hour in preparation and cooking time.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/8 cup quinoa flour
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cold butter
• 1 tbsp milk
• 8 large blackberries
• A handful of chia seeds
• Pinch of salt
• 1/8 tsp baking powder

METHOD:

• In a heatproof cup, place the blackberries. Sprinkle some sugar and microwave for 15 seconds.
• In another bowl, mix all the ingredients. Stir well till it forms a paste.
• Spoon the dough into the blackberries and microwave for 1 minute and 20 seconds.
• Scoop some ice-cream on top to add to the taste.

Summary
Everyone doesn’t have the time or inclination to make elaborate desserts or treats. These recipes are ready in no time and stand ideal for last minute entertaining. Give them a try even if you have never baked before. We guarantee you’ll love them!