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.
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 about 90 seconds (microwave times may vary). Eat immediately with ice cream, whipped cream, powdered sugar, or berries.
Lily 🇬🇧 says
This was amazing! I’ve tried various mug cakes and been disappointed but this was so good and tasted just like a brownie.
I did slightly change the recipe and used (way more than I was supposed to 🤭) Cadbury hot choc powder and I didn’t have the choc chips on hand (which I shall use in future!)
But OMG I’d rate this 10/10. Slightly worried I’m gonna be making this daily now haha
Thanks for the recipe!
Celebrating Sweets says
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to comment. 🙂 -Allison
Karla says
So, let’s start by me saying.. I am supposed to be on a diet. This destroyed my diet, in a matter of 4 minutes. Guess I’ll be skinny tomorrow. It really did deliver. Fudgy. Dreamy. Devilish. Decadent. My other complaint? Don’t eat this thing immediately, like recommendEd. You think one minute in the microwave isn’t very much time, but it sure as hell is. My first bite blistered my tongue but tasted so good I swallowed it immediately and it coated my throat with molten chocolate lava, and my intestines are still on fire, as if I had a chugged cheap whiskey.
Wait a few minutes people.. wait a few damn minutes before you eat this. Your insides will thank you.
Celebrating Sweets says
Hi, Karla! Thanks for the funniest comment ever. Ha! I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for stopping by! -Allison
Molly says
Soo good! Had to adapt and used half the amount of sugar and didn’t have coco powder so I melted dark choc instead. I also don’t eat dairy so used almond milk! Tasted amazing, thank you so much!
Celebrating Sweets says
Great! Glad you enjoyed it!
Toledo says
Made a weed edible using this recipe, cheers
Unknown says
What you if oil do I use?
Celebrating Sweets says
Coconut oil, vegetable oil or melted butter.
EmilyT says
A dollop of peanut butter in the middle = perfection. This recipe definitely hits the spot for those late night chocolate cravings!
Celebrating Sweets says
Sounds great! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Aanika says
I’ve tried so many mug recipes but everytime I’ve made one it ends up tasting so flour-y. I don’t know what goes wrong everytime, but this recipe is an actual perfect recipe. I added some instant coffee and almond extract and it added a really good touch of flavor. Highly recommend this recipe !!
Celebrating Sweets says
Yay! I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time to comment. 🙂
Amber says
I made this but I’m trying really hard to eat healthy but…. I had this insane craving! SO instead of sugar I used honey, coconut oil, dark cocoa powder, and almond milk. It turned out DELICIOUS so moist and rich. I ate the whole thing!😂
Celebrating Sweets says
I’m glad those ingredient swaps worked and that you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time to comment. 🙂
Hannah Hacker says
We don’t talk about that I may have substituted hot chocolate mix for the cocoa powder. Because I ABSOLUTELY did not. Why did you ask? But this mug brownie made my day.
Celebrating Sweets says
Ha! Love this! And I’m totally trying it. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
Teri says
Oh my! I just made this recipe and it’s outstanding and So Easy! I wanted something chocolatey after dinner and this was the perfect quick dessert! You have to try it! Don’t forget the ice cream😋