Satisfy your brownie craving in minutes with this fudgy and delicious Brownie in a Mug. Grab a spoon and dig in! VIDEO below.
Oh, hi. I’m just over here eating my fourth brownie in a mug this week. Yes, this week. Don’t judge. I’m super late to the brownie in a mug craze, and I’m trying to make up for lost time.
I absolutely love small batch desserts (these Small Batch Vanilla Cupcakes are one of my most popular recipes). I often crave something sweet, yet I don’t want to make a recipe that yields dozens of servings (read: little-to-no self control over here).
For those times that I need something rich, fudgy, and comforting IMMEDIATELY – I turn to this Brownie in a Mug recipe. It is unbelievably easy, and it has me diving into a warm brownie in a matter of minutes. Seriously, LESS THAN 5 MINUTES. Gah!
It took me a while to get this recipe exactly the way I wanted it. There are a lot of Brownie in a Mug recipes floating around the internet, but none of them had everything I wanted. I wanted my brownie to be fudgy, tender, super chocolaty, and it had to be prepared in the actual mug. I did not want to dirty a bunch of dishes to make a single serving brownie. I’m happy to report success! Here’s what I came up with…
How to Make a Brownie in a Mug:
- Start by mixing the dry ingredients in your mug – flour, sugar, cocoa, salt.
- Add the chocolate chips – these make our brownie fudgy!
- Stir in the wet ingredients – oil, vanilla and milk.
- Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top (because, why not?!)
- Microwave it for about 90 seconds.
- Top it with your favorite garnishes: ice cream, whipped cream, powdered sugar, berries.
- Devour that beautiful thing!
Although this recipe makes one brownie in a mug, I would say that is definitely enough to serve two adults. It is very rich and satisfying, and a little goes a long way. Plus, if you’re like my family, we are definitely topping our brownie with vanilla ice cream, so that stretches it even further.
When baking small batch or single serving recipes, it is important to measure your ingredients properly. I will also note that the texture of this brownie is just a teensy bit off from the typical brownie texture I love (see here). But, seeing as how this is a single serving, made in one mug, in less than 5 minutes, I am not going to complain. This recipe will definitely satisfy a brownie craving.
Tips for making a Brownie in a Mug:
- A standard size mug is fine. I have made this in a 12oz mug and a 16oz mug.
- Don’t over mix your ingredients, which can lead to a tough brownie.
- Don’t overcook it. Microwaves vary, so start by cooking it 1 minute, and then an additional 15-30 seconds as necessary.
- Do not skip the chocolate chips. They make our brownie fudgy.
- Looking for a fun twist? Try one of these: Add a dollop of raspberry jam to the brownie batter. Stir in some chopped peanut butter cups. Add a tablespoon of chopped walnuts. Drizzle the top with caramel sauce.
Now what are you waiting for? You are a mere 5 minutes from diving into a warm brownie.
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This recipe originally appeared on Real Housemoms where I am a contributor.
Recipe
Brownie in a Mug
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pinch salt
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips, plus more for topping
- 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil, melted coconut oil or melted butter
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice cream, whipped cream, powdered sugar, berries for garnish
Instructions
- Place sugar, flour, cocoa powder and salt in a mug. Use a small whisk or fork, and stir until combined, and free of lumps. Stir in chocolate chips. Add oil, milk and vanilla, stir with a spoon or small rubber spatula until just combined (try not to over mix it).
- Sprinkle a few additional chocolate chips over the top and cook in the microwave for 60 seconds. Check to see if it is done (no raw batter, fudgy chocolate chips are ok). If necessary, continue cooking in 10 second increments. Time will vary a bit based on the microwave and the size of mug. Eat immediately with ice cream, whipped cream, powdered sugar, or berries.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.
Tried this recipe?Leave a comment and rating below!
sukyann
can I make it without the chocolate chips? If I do not add the chocolate chips, will it still taste good?
Allison
Yes you can make it without chocolate chips. It won’t be fudgy, it will be a bit more cakey. You can add an extra teaspoon of sugar since you won’t have the chocolate chips.
Scarlett Ryan
I have never had a brownie in a mug but that recipe was delicious, by far one of my favourite mug recipes
Indigo
Delicious every time.
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it!
JC
easy ratio of ingredients, and I didn’t have any eggs so this was a perfect recipe. light and moist! I added dried cherries.
Allison
That sounds delicious! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Lindsay
Saved our marriage. Use butter.
Lol
😂
Jess
I was skeptical because every “mug” recipe I’ve tried has been a failure.
Used melted butter and made sure to not overmix like the recipe suggested.
Came out way better than expected! Very rich, but definitely satisfied my late night sweet tooth craving!
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for stopping by!
Melissa Baes
Amazing definitely try
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for stopping by!
Kylie
The best brownie mug cake. Highly recommend using melted butter. When mine was cooked, I dug a hole to a put a little peanut butter and it melted it gooey goodness. 🙂
Allison
That sounds delicious! I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
Melissa
Made it for the first time tonight, it was a hit with by 2 sons and hubby. Will definitely be making it every week. Best recipe ever!!!
Allison
I’m so glad! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Shelbie B
Can you make it without cocoa powder? I have all the ingredients except that one!
Allison
You can try it. It won’t be very chocolaty, and I’m not sure how closely it will resemble a brownie.
Emma
So delicious! Very moist and not overly sweet. I cooked it 1 minute and 20 seconds since my microwave is kind of intense haha but it was perfect! I’ll add extra chocolate chips next time 😋
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
brown
This is my second time making. It’s had to go through the microwave many times. (probably should have used smaller mugs oops) Haven’t finished yet, but the first time left me very full, and my sister tried the batter of this one and loved it.