Vegan Mug Brownie
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4.8
Vegan Mug Brownie
Description
This mug brownie combines cocoa powder, almond butter, almond flour, coconut sugar, and plant-based milk to create a dense, fudgy batter. Almond butter contributes moisture and richness, while almond flour adds body. The batter is mixed and microwaved in a greased mug, cooking rapidly in one minute. Chocolate chips on top melt slightly, enhancing the chocolate flavor and adding texture contrasts.
The microwave method delivers a warm, gooey brownie that is ready instantly, ideal for individual portions or quick cravings. The recipe is dairy-free and egg-free, using plant milk and nut-based ingredients instead. Because the texture can be thick and slightly gooey in the center when done, timing and mug size may affect results.
Microwaving requires care when removing the hot mug. The brownie can be garnished or served with toppings as desired. This method provides a convenient way to satisfy a chocolate dessert without baking a whole pan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1.5 tbsp almond butter or other nut butter
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 3 tbsp plant-based milk vegan
- 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- First, spray a small mug or ramekin with coconut oil spray.
- Next, combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Pour batter into mug.
- Top with additional chocolate chips if desired.
- Then, microwave for 1 minute.
- Carefully remove from microwave (it is HOT!).
- Finally, garnish with desired toppings and serve!
Notes
- Any drippy nut butter can be substituted for almond butter to suit your preference.
- Use any dairy-free plant milk as a liquid component.
- The batter will be thick before cooking, and the finished brownie might be slightly gooey inside.
- Microwave the mug brownie for one minute and use an oven mitt to safely remove it, as it will be hot.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 418 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 418kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 127mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 427mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 225mg | 23% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.