Description
This Microwave Brownie Mug Cake is the ultimate quick chocolate fix! Gooey, rich, and ready in just minutes, it’s the perfect dessert for late-night cravings or a speedy afternoon treat. Made with pantry staples, this single-serve brownie is soft, fudgy, and oh-so-delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
- 3 tablespoons milk (whole, oat, or almond)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Optional: chocolate chips or chunks for extra gooeyness
- Optional Toppings: vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, or sea salt
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir with a fork until well mixed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until you have a smooth, thick batter.
- Add Chocolate Chips (Optional): Stir in a few chips for an extra gooey texture.
- Microwave: Cook on high for 60–90 seconds depending on your microwave. The center should look slightly gooey when done.
- Cool Slightly: Let the brownie rest for 1–2 minutes as it continues cooking slightly.
- Serve: Enjoy directly from the mug or top with a scoop of ice cream and drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Notes
- Use a 10–12 oz microwave-safe mug to avoid overflow.
- Microwave times may vary; start with 60 seconds and add more if needed.
- Don’t overmix the batter—just combine until smooth.
- Let it rest before eating for the perfect gooey texture.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond or oat milk.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 330
- Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Microwave Brownie Mug Cake, single serve brownie, chocolate mug cake, quick dessert, 5-minute mug cake