Making just enough for one, this microwave mug cake will cure all woes ... these are graduates of the decadently fudgy school of brownie, but I’ve turned up the heat with ginger and chilli ...

I'd seen a few recipes online for mug cakes, and did a fair bit of experimenting to get this recipe. It's rich and fudgy - and so quick. You'll often have all the ingredients in the cupboard.