15-Minute Mug Brownie
About This 15-Minute Mug Brownie
When a chocolate craving hits, you do not want to wait hours for a dessert to bake. Enter the magical mug brownie - a rich, fudgy, single-serving brownie that comes together in minutes and cooks in your microwave.
What Makes This 15-Minute Mug Brownie Special
This recipe requires just five ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, one mug, and less time than it takes to preheat your oven. Despite the quick cooking time, this mug brownie delivers on everything you love about brownies: that shiny, crackly top, gooey chocolate center, and intense chocolate flavor.
Key Techniques for Success
It is perfect for late-night cravings, when you want dessert but do not want leftovers tempting you, or when you are baking for one and do not need an entire pan of brownies. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity and flexibility - make it as is for a classic chocolate brownie, or customize it with add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or a spoonful of peanut butter.
Perfect for Every Occasion
Top it with ice cream, whipped cream, or eat it straight from the mug with a spoon.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp Water
- ¼ tsp Vanilla extract
- pinch Salt
- 1 tbsp Chocolate chips optional
Quick Info
- Total Time:
- 7 min
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Servings:
- 1
Instructions
- 1
In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt with a fork.
- 2
Add oil, water, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth with no dry flour visible.
- 3
If using, fold in chocolate chips, reserving a few for topping.
- 4
Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds. Start with 60 seconds and add time in 10-second increments if needed.
- 5
Let cool for 1-2 minutes. Top with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Pro Tips
- •Microwave power varies - start with less time
- •Do not overcook
- •Use a large enough mug
- •Let it cool briefly - it will be very hot
Variations
Add peanut butter to the center before microwaving. Stir in crushed cookies or chopped nuts. Use milk instead of water for richer brownie.
