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!
Kelly
Writing this as I devour BOTH servings! I’m not sharing! Lol. I added a little raspberry as suggested and it is heavenly!
Megan
I had to make two it was that good. Although, I didn’t add salt and I only did one TBS of butter, but only because I put about one TBS of Nutella in. I also sprinkled some coconut flakes in. It was so good.
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Sarah
I don’t usually leave comments on recipes, but I have been making this almost weekly for the last two years. Thank you!
Allison
You’re welcome! 🙂
Martha
I make this all the time and eat it as batter. It’s so good.
Liza
If you are wondering whether or not to make this, this is your sign to make it asap!
I really love this recipe it’s so simple, quick and delicious.
Allison
Ha! I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
Asty
Loved it! Super quick and super delicious!
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Jordan
Tried to half the recipe and messed up bad. Disaster. The brownie was burnt to a crisp, absolutely caked onto the mug. While I sorrowed in my shame my fiancée came over and scolded me and then made in properly in like 30 seconds. Fantastic recipe tasted great would recommend.
Ezra
This was really good! I know it was warned to not put chocolate chips in, (it would probably be even better if I did) but I needed a quick PMS chocolate fix and this worked perfectly lol. Without the chips it was obviously more cake-like but I didn’t mind at all! A great way to use up cocoa powder if you don’t have enough for a full recipe! Thank you 🙂
Sarah
Awesome brownie and my kid (16F) absolutely loves it. Thanks
Allison
I’m so glad! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Kate
It was a very nice recipe but it had some problems.
When we added all the ingredients, they turned out very dry, and could only see the dry ones. Maybe turning 3 spoons of milk into 5 or 6 would be beneficial. But I loved the way it smelled after putting it in the microwave. I just wish we had ice cream and chocolate chips.
Allison
Hi, Kate. Did you use an actual tablespoon measure or just a regular spoon? That might be why your wet to dry ratio was off.