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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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!
Ana Mainka
It was so delicious, I wanted to make another!
Meagan
23 weeks preggers, and this more than hit the spot! Thank you!!
Ava Bonnell
Amazing! I tasted very good with melted icecream on top! Loved it!
Allison
I’m so glad! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Cheryl Anderson
I let myself have this every once in a while and am always amazed at how something so simple and quick can be so good! I had one just now with mint chip ice cream. I never add the chocolate chips because I’m saving a few calories and it’s very good, in my opinion, without them.
Allison
Thanks for taking the time to comment. I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Rebecca
So…I’ve tried several of the cake in a mug recipes and was always far from impressed. Mostly I was disappointed and left questioning my life decisions and wondering why I didn’t just eat a handful of chocolate chips. This was different!!! And…pretty on point for a microwave recipe! Extra chocolate chips on top are a great addition and paired with a scoop or two of vanilla ice cream was just what my pre-menstrual ass needed. I would totally recommend this for a quick microwave treat!💗
Allison
Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Gloria
Used almond milk and peanut butter chips. It was pretty good, not quite as sweet as I’m use to, but I didn’t put any topping on it, it hit the spot!
Allison
That sounds great! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Shelli
I love this recipe! I kick it up a notch with some ground cinnamon and ground cayenne
Allison
Great idea! Glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
Kristen
My husband was in awe at how fast I whipped this up! This will be a new staple in our house. Thank you!!
Blair
Very good!
JA
This is so simple to make, but tastes like you put in a lot of time and effort! I used Guittard dark chocolate chips, Hershey’s Special Dark cocoa powder, coconut oil and almond milk because that was what I had on hand. Topped with some Snickers ice cream. Very rich and so delicious!! I am sure I will be making this again and again. Thank you for sharing your recipe!
Evelina
My pregnant self really enjoyed this! I too must have missed the mug cake trend because I’m only now learning about these! This recipe is easy to make at 2/3 portion and that’s the perfect amount for me, drizzled with peanut butter and heavy cream because , cravings!
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Cheryl
Is it supposed to come out firm like a brownie? Mine was more of a pudding consistency. Did I do something to make it flop?
Allison
It’s like a fudgy brownie. Perhaps you needed to cook it a bit longer?
Paige
Absolutely love this recipe. It’s quick, easy to remember, and most importantly, delicious. It has satisfied many a late night brownie craving. 10/10 will definitely be making again.
Allison
I’m so glad! Thanks for stopping by!
The church
I loved it I shared the recipe with my, family and they love it! So I’m gonna trust this website.