Brownie In A Mug Recipe

Craving for something warm and chocolatey, then this brownie in a mug recipe made in less than 2 minutes is a perfect sweet treat when you do not have the patience to wait too long. This delicious, rich, and chocolatey microwave mug brownie is made with a bunch of ingredients. 

Homemade chocolate mug brownie satisfies your craving as it is made with real chocolate and melted chocolate chips. It is easy, quick and the best mug brownie made in a microwave that actually works well to fill your sweet tooth cravings. This single-serving mug dessert is made by mixing all the ingredients together which takes less than 5 minutes and gets baked in less than 2 minutes.

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The appearance of the brownie in a cup

The brownie is super fudgy, warm, and soft but lacks the structure as it does not contain egg because egg acts as a binding agent in the brownie. It loosens up after some time so you won’t be able to take the brownie from the mug in one piece. So just grab your spoon and eat it in a mug. 

This chocolate mug brownie is eaten warm as it holds the crumbs together when it is warm. As it cools down the texture loosens up and the brownie starts to fall apart.

Microwave mug brownie is a perfect treat for mid-night cravings or after-school snack:

This single-serving mug recipe is made with simple pantry ingredients available at home. It is best for children who are away from home living in a dorm, people who do not have access to an oven and are worried about leftovers. Also, it is best for bachelor’s or single parents to make it at home easily and quickly.

Moreover, if you are left with just a few tablespoons of ingredients in your kitchen, stills you can make it and it gets cooked well in a microwave. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream or whipped cream on top.

Things you will need to make microwave mug brownie:

• Microwave-safe Mug

• Microwave-safe Bowl

• Microwave

• Measuring spoons for dry and liquid ingredients

• Butter

• Dark Chocolate

• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder

• All-purpose Flour

• Vanilla Essence

• Powdered Sugar

• Milk

• Salt

• Chocolate Chips

Now let’s dive into the making of brownie in a mug:

I am mixing the ingredients in a different bowl and then pouring the mixture into a cup to bake the brownie. It makes it less messy to the sides of the mug and it is easy to show in the video but  you can mix all the ingredients in the mug itself.

• In a microwave-safe bowl, add 2 tbsp of butter using a measuring spoon and 2 tbsp of dark chocolate chunks. Here, I have used 99% cocoa dark chocolate. You can use any dark chocolate. 

• Melt it in a microwave for about 30 to 60 seconds. Then mix it using a spoon or fork until the chocolate melts properly with the butter.

• Later, sieve and add all the dry ingredients in the mixture that is, 4 tbsp powdered sugar, 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix it well.

• To form a proper batter, add 4 tbsp of milk and ¼ tsp of vanilla essence to the mixture and mix it well. 

• Lastly, add chocolate chips to the batter and give it a mix. Pour the batter into the microwave-safe mug and again garnish it with some more chocolate chips on top. Microwave it for 1 minute and 30 seconds and your delicious mug brownie is ready to serve.

Looking for more such mug recipes?

If you like my chocolate mug brownie recipe, then you might like my other recipes, too: 

• Mac And Cheese In A Mug Recipe

• Simple Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe

• Oreo Mug Cake Recipe

• Masala Oatmeal In A Mug | Porridge Recipe

• Banana Bread In A Mug: Healthy And Delicious Recipe

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Some important notes to keep in mind while baking the brownie in a cup:

• Use a standard size microwave-safe mug to bake the brownie

• You can use flavorless oil while making it instead of butter.

• Cooking timings may differ based upon your microwave voltage. Always keep an eye on your brownie when it is in the microwave so you do not overcook it. 

• Here, I am using 99% dark chocolate, you can use any semi-sweet chocolate. 

• If you are using semi-sweet chocolate then use less sugar because semi-sweet chocolate contains sugar in it.

• Always use proper measurements while baking the brownie and follow the steps properly.

• Do not over mix the ingredients which will result in a tough brownie.

• Do not over-bake the brownie as it will get dry. Keep the brownie in the microwave for about 1 minute and then check. If required, keep incrementing 10-10 seconds and keep an eye on the brownie.

• Do not skip adding chocolate chips or chocolate chunks to the brownie because it will help to make your brownie nice and fudgy. 

• It is a perfect treat for mid-night craving or for an after-school snack.

• Instead of chocolate chips, you can also use chocolate chunks or grated chocolate for garnishing. Grated chocolate or chunks melts better than chocolate chips because generally, chocolate chips do not melt that quickly. 

The best way to serve microwave mug brownie:

Once, your brownie is ready, serve it immediately. But it is ideal to let it sit for 1 or 2 minutes because it is really, really hot. The best way to eat the brownie is straight from your mug itself using a spoon or fork. If you want, you can turn your mug upside down and get the brownie onto a plate and serve it warm.

Enjoy your warm brownie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or some whipped cream on top.

Is it possible to overcook the chocolate mug brownie?

Yes, it is possible to overcook the mug brownie. So, always keep a check on the brownie when in the microwave as the cooking time may vary based on the microwave voltage. The cooking time of the brownie totally depends on your microwave.

Initially, keep it for 30 seconds or 1 minute and then check if it is properly done or not. If required then keep incrementing for 10 – 10 seconds. Undercooked brownie tastes delicious but overcooked brownie becomes dry, tough, and the taste will differ. 

How to make a brownie in a mug with step by step photo recipe:

Take a microwave-safe bowl. Add 2 tbsp of butter and 2 tbsp of dark chocolate to the bowl. Melt it for 30-60 seconds in a microwave and then mix it until the chocolate melts properly.

Then sieve all the dry ingredients, 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, 4 tbsp powdered sugar, 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix it well.

Add 4 tbsp of milk and ¼ tsp of vanilla essence and mix until no lumps remain. Then add chocolate chips to the batter. Pour the mixture into the microwave-safe mug and top it with some more chocolate chips.

Microwave it for about 1 minute and 30 seconds. Your microwave mug brownie is ready. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top and enjoy it.

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