Description
This fudgy mug brownie is a quick and easy single-serving dessert perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings in just minutes. Made without eggs, it results in a rich, moist, and fudgy texture best enjoyed warm right from the mug.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 2 1/2 tbsp dutch process cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated white sugar
- 2 tbsp oil (canola, vegetable, or olive oil)
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 1/2 tbsp chopped dark chocolate
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In an 8 oz microwave-safe mug, add the cocoa powder, all purpose flour, and granulated sugar. Whisk them together using a mini whisk until thoroughly combined and free of lumps.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in the oil and water. Whisk briskly until the batter becomes smooth, making sure to break up any lumps of cocoa or flour for an even texture.
- Mix in chocolate: Stir half of the chopped dark chocolate into the batter inside the mug. Then sprinkle the remaining chocolate evenly on top of the batter.
- Microwave the brownie: Cook the mug brownie in the microwave at full power for about 40 seconds using a 1000 watt microwave. Depending on your microwave’s wattage, you may need to adjust the cooking time or power settings. The top should look mostly dry but can have a slight moistness remaining.
- Cool and serve: Allow the brownie to cool for a few minutes to let it set slightly before enjoying it warm directly from the mug. Due to its fudgy texture, eat it with a spoon.
Notes
- The brownie is rich and fudgy with a small serving size similar to a typical brownie slice.
- The brownie only rises about two-thirds of the way up an 8 oz mug.
- For better cooking, prepare single servings separately rather than doubling the recipe in one mug.
- The crumb is loose since no egg is used as a binder; it’s best eaten with a spoon in the mug.
- If you prefer a firmer texture, substitute 1 tbsp of water with 1 tbsp of whisked egg, but this is optional.
- Best eaten warm within minutes of cooking to enjoy the fudgy texture; cooling will make the brownie lose some of its fudginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
