Description

Indulge your chocolate cravings in just 2 minutes with this quick and easy microwave brownie in a mug. Made with simple pantry staples, it’s rich, fudgy, and perfect for single-serve dessert satisfaction.

Ingredients

Scale

3 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 tbsp granulated sugar
2–3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Pinch of salt
¼ tsp baking powder (optional)
3 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
2–2½ tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter
¼ tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Choose a microwave-safe mug (10–12 oz capacity) and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
Add flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder to the mug. Mix well with a fork until evenly combined.
Make a small well and add milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined—avoid overmixing.
Fold in chocolate chips if desired, reserving a few for topping.
Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds, checking for doneness after 1 minute. The edges should be set and the center slightly gooey.
Let cool for 1–2 minutes before enjoying directly from the mug or topped with ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

Microwave wattages vary, so start with 60 seconds and increase in 10-second intervals if needed. Slightly undercooked brownies will continue to set as they cool for a fudgier texture.

Prep Time: 2-3 minutes
Cook Time: 1-1.5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Microwave
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mug brownie
Calories: 300
Sugar: 29g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: microwave brownie, brownie in a mug, single serve dessert, quick chocolate fix, mug cake