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brownies in mug recipe served warm with chocolate chips

Brownies in Mug Recipe: The Fudgy 3-Minute Fix You Need Right Now

Rich, gooey brownies in a mug made with cocoa powder, chocolate chips, flour, and milk. Microwave-ready in under 2 minutes with no eggs required.

  • Total Time: 3 mins
  • Yield: 1 mug brownie

Ingredients

Scale

3 tablespoons granulated sugar

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Pinch of salt

2 tablespoons chocolate chips (plus more for topping)

1½ tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter or coconut oil)

3 tablespoons milk

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional toppings: ice cream, whipped cream, powdered sugar, berries

Instructions

1. In a microwave-safe mug, mix sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and salt.

2. Stir in chocolate chips.

3. Add oil, milk, and vanilla; mix until smooth.

4. Top with additional chocolate chips.

5. Microwave for 60–75 seconds until just set.

6. Let sit 1 minute before serving. Top with ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

Use a 12–16 oz mug to prevent overflow.

Don’t overcook — the brownie will continue to cook as it rests.

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour blend.

Add peanut butter, Nutella, or cinnamon for flavor variations.

  • Author: Rita
  • Prep Time: 2 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 min
  • Category: Chocolate Mug Cakes
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian