Description
This red velvet mug cookie is a quick, single-serve dessert with rich cocoa flavor and a soft, chewy texture. Made in the microwave in under a minute, it’s perfect for late-night cravings or cozy moments of self-care.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon red food coloring
- 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon beaten egg
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- Small pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Melt Butter: Place butter in a microwave-safe mug and microwave for 15–20 seconds until melted.
- Mix Sugars: Stir in brown sugar, granulated sugar, red food coloring, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add Egg: Mix in exactly 1 tablespoon of beaten egg until fully incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in Chips: Gently mix in white chocolate chips.
- Microwave: Cook on high for 45–60 seconds until set on top but soft in the center.
- Rest & Serve: Let cool for 1–2 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
- Do not overcook: Start with 45 seconds and add time only if needed.
- Mug size: Use a wide mug for even cooking.
- Egg tip: Using more egg will make the cookie cakey.
- Variations: Swap white chocolate chips for mini chocolate chips or omit entirely.
- Serving idea: Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Mug Cookie, Mug Dessert, Microwave Cookie, Single Serve Dessert, Quick Red Velvet Recipe