Brownie in a Mug
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Brownie in a Mug
Description
The recipe mixes cocoa powder, flour, sugar, salt, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips in a mug, stirred just until combined to avoid toughness. Microwaving on high power for around one minute produces a brownie that rises and remains moist in spots, with additional 10-second bursts if needed. The brownie has a rich chocolate taste with melty chocolate chips adding pockets of extra sweetness.
The texture is fudgy and dense with a soft crumb that continues to set after removal from the microwave. Serving warm with ice cream complements the rich chocolate and enhances the dessert experience. Using a shorter, wider ceramic mug helps with even cooking.
Measuring flour carefully by spooning and leveling or using a scale helps prevent dryness from overpacking. Avoid overmixing to maintain the ideal texture and prevent toughness. Caution to not overcook is important, as microwaved brownies can dry out quickly.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- salt generous pinch
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2½ tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips plus more for sprinkling
- Ice cream to serve
Instructions
- Combine cocoa powder, flour, sugar, and salt in a 10- to 12-ounce microwave-safe coffee mug. Using a fork, stir until well combined. Add the milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir just until the dry ingredients are almost combined. Add the chocolate chips, and stir until well combined. Sprinkle a few more chocolate chips on top, if desired.
- Place the mug in the microwave and microwave on high power for 1 minute. The brownie should have risen and still appear moist in spots on the top. Continue cooking in 10-second intervals if the batter still looks raw. Let the brownie cool for a few minutes before serving with ice cream.
Notes
- Measure flour accurately by spooning and leveling or using a scale to ensure a fudgy texture.
- Use real vanilla extract for best flavor.
- A short, wider ceramic mug promotes even cooking without metal parts.
- Avoid overcooking to keep the brownie moist; the center will continue baking after microwaving.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent toughness in the finished brownie.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 874 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 874kcal | 44% |
| Carbohydrates | 100g | 33% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 52g | 80% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20g | 118% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 97mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 446mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 71g | 142% |
| Vitamin A | 418IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 193mg | 19% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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