Brownie in a Mug Recipe
This quick and delicious Brownie in a Mug recipe allows you to satisfy your chocolate cravings in just minutes. Made with simple pantry ingredients and cooked in the microwave, this single-serving dessert is fudgy, rich, and perfectly portioned. Customize with your favorite toppings for an indulgent sweet treat anytime.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 to 1.5 minutes
- Total Time: 6 to 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil, melted coconut oil, or melted butter
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
- Berries
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine 3 tablespoons sugar, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk well with a small whisk or fork to remove lumps and evenly distribute ingredients.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips to the dry mixture to ensure bursts of melted chocolate throughout the brownie.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Pour in 1 ½ tablespoons of your choice of melted vegetable oil, coconut oil, or butter, alongside 3 tablespoons milk and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract. Gently stir with a spoon or spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the brownie fudgy.
- Top and Microwave: Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top for extra gooeyness. Microwave the mug for 60 seconds, then check doneness; the batter should be set but still fudgy. If needed, heat in 10-second intervals until cooked through, varying based on your microwave’s strength.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your warm brownie straight from the mug with optional toppings like a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, a dusting of powdered sugar, or fresh berries for an added burst of flavor.
Notes
- Use a large microwave-safe mug to prevent overflow.
- Cooking times may vary depending on microwave wattage—monitor closely to avoid overcooking.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or soy milk and use coconut oil.
- Adjust sugar quantity to taste if you prefer a less sweet brownie.
- Let the mug brownie cool for a minute before eating to avoid burns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug brownie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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