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Who says you can\u2019t have dessert and still lose weight? With Slimming World, there\u2019s no need to say no to sweet treats. Our flexible healthy eating plan, Food Optimising,<\/a> has been designed so that you absolutely can enjoy all your favourite foods \u2013 without a shred of guilt. When you join Slimming World, you\u2019ll unlock hundreds of pudding recipes on our exclusive member website \u2013 so whether you love to bake, are looking for an extra-special dinner party dessert or you\u2019re a fan of an old school pud with custard, we\u2019ve got slimming-friendly versions to sink your spoon into.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

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If you\u2019re in the mood for something sweet, a mug cake is a quick and super-simple way to satisfy that craving. We have two ping-credible recipes for you to choose from, so the perfect pud is just minutes away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate mug puds <\/h2>\n\n\n
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These magic sponges take 10 minutes to prep and they cook in the microwave in 30 seconds flat \u2013 just enough time to plump the cushions, find the remote and make a cuppa! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

serves 4\u00a0
7 Swips per pud\u00a0
ready in 10 mins\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 level tbsp cocoa powder\u00a0
3 level tbsp sweetener granules, plus 2 level tsp for the sauce\u00a0
1 level tsp cornflour\u00a0
65g low-fat spread\u00a0
65g self-raising flour
2 eggs\u00a0
1 cal cooking spray*
*Search \u2018cook\u2019s tips\u2019 in our member features section for need-to-know info on this ingredient<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you do:  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. To make the sauce, put 1 level tbsp cocoa powder, 2 level tsp sweetener and 85ml water in a non-stick saucepan over a medium heat and stir well. Once it\u2019s bubbling, mix the cornflour with 1 tbsp water and add to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until thickened and glossy, stirring occasionally. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Meanwhile, cream the remaining sweetener with the spread and mix in the sieved flour, eggs and remaining cocoa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Spray 4 mugs with 1 cal cooking spray and pour in the batter. Cover each mug with cling film, pierce with a fork and cook them one by one in the microwave for 30 seconds on High. Check they\u2019re spongy by gently testing them with your finger \u2013 if they don\u2019t spring back, they might need another 10 seconds. Leave to rest for 1 minute.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Turn the puddings out onto plates and pour over the sauce to serve. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Carrot mug cake <\/h2>\n\n\n
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Homemade cakes don\u02bct come much simpler than this! Spoon through zesty, spiced yogurt to reach the glorious sponge beneath.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

serves 1\u00a0
4\u00bd Swips per cake\u00a0
ready in 15 mins\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

25g self-raising flour  
\u00bc tsp mixed spice  
1 medium egg, separated  
25g fat-free natural Greek yogurt  
\u00bd level tbsp sweetener granules  
50g carrot, coarsely grated  
zest of \u00bc of an orange, plus extra to decorate  
\u00bc tsp vanilla extract  
pinch of ground cinnamon, to decorate <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the topping: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

40g fat-free natural Greek yogurt  
1 level tsp sweetener granules <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you do: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Mix the flour, mixed spice and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Using an electric hand whisk, beat the egg white in a clean glass bowl until it forms stiff peaks, then set aside.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Put the yogurt, sweetener, carrot, orange zest, vanilla extract and egg yolk in a mixing bowl and mix until well combined. Stir in the flour mixture, then carefully fold in the egg white using a metal spoon.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Scrape the mixture into a microwave-safe mug (one that\u2019s around 250ml is ideal \u2013 try to avoid anything wide and shallow) and cook on High in a 900W microwave for 2 minutes. Leave to cool in the mug until just warm \u2013 it will sink a little as it cools. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. For the topping, mix the yogurt and sweetener together, then spoon it over the just-warm cake. Top with the extra orange zest and cinnamon to serve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cinnamon bun mug cake<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Try our newest microwave mug pud recipe here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slimming World members will find more than 2,300 recipes on the website, including some sumptuous, slim-safe desserts. Which will be your pick of the puds? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n