3 Easy Chocolate Desserts that are Deadly Delicious

Are you minutes from your murder mystery party and forgot to make dessert?  Have no fear!  Here are some quick and easy desserts that will impress your guests.

Chocolate Mug Cake

Mug cakes take minutes to make, so they are perfect when you’re in a pinch!  A bonus is you can have your guests keep the mug as party favors.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

• 1 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

• ¼ teaspoon baking powder

• Pinch of salt

• 3 tablespoons preferred milk

• 1 tablespoon melted butter

• 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 tsp chocolate chips

• A cute mug!

Instructions:

1. Spray the bottom of a microwave-safe mug lightly with cooking spray

2. Add flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt and stir together.

3. Add milk, butter, and vanilla extract and stir until smooth.  Stir in chocolate chips or sprinkle them on top.

4. Cook in the microwave for 70, adding 10-15 seconds at a time more until the cake is just set, but barely shiny on top.  Rest in the microwave for 1 minute before consuming.

Chocolate Fondue

For a totally customizable treat that’s fun to eat as a group, try a fondue!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

• 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

• Preferred snacks for dipping, such as cubed pound cake, fresh fruit, cookies, potato chips, or more!

Instructions:

1. In a heavy saucepan, combine both chocolates and cream; cook and stir over low heat until smooth

2. Keep warm!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats

A fun twist on a classic, these are great to serve during your party, but also easy to package and give as a favors.

Ingredients:

• ⅛ cup butter

• ⅛ cup peanut butter

• 4 cups chocolate marshmallows

• 5 cups Cocoa Krispies cereal

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat

2. Add marshmallows to melted butter, stirring constantly until well mixed

3. Remove from heat and add cereal, stirring until coated

4. Using wax paper, press the mixture into a lightly greased baking pan.

5. Once cool, cut into squares and serve

Choose a quick dessert so you have more time for your party! Don't forget to have fun!