Description
A rich, fudgy brownie mug cake ready in just 60 seconds—perfect for weeknight cravings and single-serve indulgence without the hassle.
Ingredients
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- 4 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons water
- 2 teaspoons canola or vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: chocolate chips, pinch of sea salt, dash of espresso powder
Instructions
- Use a 10–12 oz microwave-safe mug.
- Add sugar, cocoa powder, and flour; whisk until fully combined.
- Stir in water, oil, and vanilla until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds; add 5-second increments if needed.
- Let rest 1–2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Slightly undercook for the fudgiest texture and avoid overmixing to prevent toughness.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: brownie mug cake, mug cake, brownie in a mug, quick dessert