Brownie In A Mug

Here’s how to make brownie in a mug with a recipe that is so simple yet oh so decadent. Once you’ve made this brownie in a mug recipe once, you’ll be doing it, again and again. It’s so easy, quick, and delicious, so let’s dive in. 

While making a large cake is super satisfying, we love smaller desserts that are individually portioned like these Mini Cheesecakes or Mini Pecan Pies, Mini Cherry Pie  or  Easy Mini Black Forest Cupcakes. And we LOVE even more, a mug cake like my daughter’s viral Oreo Mug Cake!

Why Brownie In a Mug? 

One of the best reasons to make a brownie in a mug rather than cooking it the traditional way is that it is so easy and quick. 

You just pop your ingredients into a mug and place it in the microwave for around a minute. The time will depend on your microwave and mug size. It really is as simple as that. 

Now to clarify, don’t underestimate how chocolate-y gooey delicious these brownies are! They could be simple, quick and fool proof, but they’re just as DIVINE

Another thing I love is that this brownie recipe is designed to be single-serve. So you can make just enough brownies that you need.

If you just feel like a brownie for yourself then you don’t have to make a whole batch, you can just whip up this brownie in a mug for you to enjoy effortlessly, all by yourself. 

Lastly, this is a really cozy recipe to make when it’s all cooked up inside a chocolatey mug and it’s quite impressive if you’re making it for others. It will certainly cure any chocolate cravings you or any guests might have. 

My kids also LOVE making this brownie recipe and they brag about it to everyone they know! 🙂

How to Make Brownie In a Mug

The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity.  You’ll need the basic simplest ingredients gathered up. You also need a tablespoon measuring, a small whisk and a small spoon or spatula. 

Firstly make sure you use a microwave-safe mug.  A nice thick mug works best. Classically I use a latte mug which ranges anywhere between 11-15 ounce. In other words, if you fill it with water, it should fill about 1 cup and a half. 

You firstly need to add all the dry ingredients into the mug. Start with the flour.

Add in cocoa powder.

Now add brown sugar and pinch of salt.

Mix these together well. 

Now it’s time to add in your wet ingredients. 

Start by adding the oil or melted butter (some kind of saturated fat is important here).

Now add in the vanilla.

Finally, add milk or coffee (depending on preference).

The coffee adds an extra depth of flavor to the brownie, however it does slightly add caffeine. So if you’re making this for kids for example, it’s probably best to go in with milk only.

You then need to add in your chocolate chips.

Mix both the wet and dry ingredients together and it will form a lovely gooey paste. 

Now it’s time to cook your brownie in a mug in the microwave. If you want, you can add a few chocolate chips to the top of your mixture before you put it in the microwave for something a little extra. 

Once cooked you will have a lovely gooey brownie in a mug that you can enjoy right away, with the optional addition of ice cream on top. 

The brownie in a mug is BEST eaten right out of the microwave while it’s still warm.

Brownie In a Mug Variations

What’s lovely about this recipe is that you can make it in all sorts of ways to suite what you like. 

Oreo Mug Cake

Who can resist oreo mug cakes? This viral recipe uses only 3-4 ingredients and it’s seriously fool proof to make, yet DIVINE! Oreo cookies, some milk and baking powder is all you need! Kids make it on their own all the time and they just LOVE IT! 

Coffee Brownie in a Mug

You can make this a coffee chocolate mug brownie by adding in coffee instead of milk, or if you’re a white chocolate lover then you can add in white chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate. You could even have both if you really want to jazz it up. 

Peanut Butter Brownie In a Mug

Another really lovely variation, that I’m sure some of you will love, is to add peanut butter. There’s nothing quite like the flavour of chocolate and peanut butter combined together to get your taste buds excited. This is especially so when it’s combined in this gooey and fudgey brownie in a mug recipe.

Nutella Brownie in a Mug

Who can resist nutella brownies, like seriously? Dollop a hefty tablespoon or two of nutella in the brownie batter in your mug and give it a swirl. Alternatively you can add the nutella over the top only. Either-way it’s worth making! 

Nuts, Dried Fruit, Caramel, Orange Zest and More

If you fancy any other ingredient, its really easy to test it out with this recipe and see how you like it. The recipe only takes a few minutes to make and cook so it’s a great one to test new flavours out with. 

Some of my favorite add-ons to brownie in a mus are: (swirled in or mixed in or topped only):

• Homemade Caramel Sauce
• Orange Zest
• Raisins/dried fruits
• Nuts: hazelnuts, walnuts, pistachios or pecans (chopped)
• Frozen or fresh cherries or raspberries
• White Chocolate chips/flavored chips

To serve,  you could use whipped cream instead of ice cream if you wish. This is a lovely addition that makes makes this recipe all the more decadent to enjoy. 

Brownie in a Mug FAQ 

What kind of mug should  I use?

For this recipe it’s best to use a microwave safe, thick large mug so that the brownie cooks evenly throughout and large enough so that the mix doesn’t overflow. You want it to stay contained while its cooking so you can enjoy eating it out of the mug and doesn’t create a mess. 

How long do I cook my mug for in microwave? 

This is actually slightly tricky. It should be about 1 minute, but this could vary slightly spending on the strength of your microwave. You’ll just have to use your judgement and see which timing works best. Also keeping an eye on your brownie towards the end of the minute is a good idea. 

Why doesn’t my brownie have egg? 

Because this brownie is cooked in a mug and is intended to be eaten from it, you don’t need quite so strong a structure so by leaving the egg out you get am extra gooey texture.

So there you have it, the most easy and simple brownie in a mug recipe you can enjoy when ever you like with minimal effort. 

TIPS for FOOL PROOF BROWNIE IN A MUG

• Choose the right mug! A classic latte mug that varies from 11 ounce to 15 ounce is perfect. 
• Have good quality cocoa powder to start with as this will be the dominant taste in your brownies.
• If you’re making several mug brownies, then it’s best to have a separate tablespoon for the wet and one for the dry.
• Understanding how to cook the brownies in your microwave is KEY to success. My Microwave at high power has the brownies ready in exactly 1 minute and 15 seconds. Even 1 minute and 20 seconds works. 
• It’s crucial to test your microwave starting at 1 minute and 15 seconds and then check.
• Don’t over bake the brownies as they will dry out.
• It’s best to enjoy the brownies while they’re still warm.
• Serve them with ice cream, more chocolate chunks and Homemade Caramel Sauce for a divine treat!

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Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe & Hot Chocolate Bar

Chocolate Banana Chocolate Chip Cake

Ultimate Chocolate Cheesecake

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