Brownie in a Mug

Tammy Smith

Made in a single mug and cooked in the microwave, this brownie is ready in under 5 minutes from start to finish. It uses basic pantry staples — cocoa powder, butter, sugar, flour, and an egg — mixed directly in the mug. It is a practical option when you want a small, chocolatey dessert without baking a full batch.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 2

Total Time 7

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings mug

Calories 291 kcal

Equipment

Microwave-safe mug
Fork
Measuring spoons

Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

In a microwave-safe mug, combine the melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix with a fork until smooth.
Add the flour and cocoa powder into the mug. Stir until no clumps remain and the mixture is well combined.
Pour in the milk and mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and glossy.
Microwave on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes. The brownie should be set on top but still moist inside.
Let it cool slightly before indulging in the warm, gooey treat.

Notes

To enhance the flavor, try adding a small handful of chocolate chips or a spoonful of Nutella to the batter before microwaving.
For a dairy-free alternative, substitute the butter with coconut oil and the milk with almond milk.

Nutrition

Calories: 291kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 54mgPotassium: 218mgFiber: 4gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 398IUCalcium: 56mgIron: 2mg

Keyword brownie in a mug, quick dessert, single-serving dessert

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