One Minute Brownie Mug Cake
Yes that’s right. I creates a brownie mug cake that takes only one minute to make in the microwave. I have to confess, I’m pretty thrilled. This is my favorite mug cake creation yet. And it is still super easy to make.
It’s super chocolatey, like a brownie should be. This is more like the cake-type brownies rather than the chewy brownies, but it’s still so good. When it first came out of the oven, the brownie was quite fluffy, like a really good chocolate cake. After a minute or so, the batter turns denser, much more like a brownie because of the minimal amount of flour.
I made two, offered one to the FH. At first he refused. He’s gotten kind of sick of my mug cake creations. I insisted he take a bite and he didn’t regret it. He loved it and kept the brownie for himself.
Because brownies are more dense, these don’t rise nearly as much and you don’t need an oversized mug, unless you want to double the quantity. A regular mug will do.
There’s one extra step required to create these cakes, but it’s still super easy and clean up is still minimal.
One minute Brownie mug cake
Yield: 2
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 1 min
Total Time: 11 mins
Ingredients:
2 oz semisweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
2 tablespoons butter
1 egg
4 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons flourDirections:
1. Select two microwave safe mugs. In each mug place one tbsp of butter and 1 oz of semisweet chocolate. Microwave each mug for 40 seconds (microwave them separately). Remove and stir until chocolate is completely melted with a small fork.
2. Add 2 tbsp sugar to each mug and stir. Beat egg in a small bowl, add half to each mug and mix. Add in 1 tbsp flour to each cup and mix until smooth.
3. Cook each brownie for 1 minute in microwave (do each separately). Serve while warm.
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Kay — December 20, 2011 @ 6:53 am
Yum this look delicious and so easy!
Kirbie replied: — December 20th, 2011 @ 9:23 am
It is super easy! I was writing up the post last night and ended up making another one because I was craving it so much from looking at my pictures. haha
An — December 21, 2011 @ 7:41 am
OMG… this looks so good! I have been looking for a good mug brownie recipe and this looks great. Thank you!
Kirbie replied: — December 21st, 2011 @ 10:30 am
I hope you enjoy it!
Carol — December 21, 2011 @ 8:48 pm
Canine Cologne mentioned that you had another version so I had to come check it out. Next time I want just a single serving of brownie, I’m so making this!
Kirbie replied: — December 21st, 2011 @ 10:15 pm
This is a bit dangerous. Now I can have brownies whenever I want.
Shannon Cavallaro — December 25, 2011 @ 2:29 pm
I did what u said and for what ever reason it didn’t come out cake like .. it was just a blob .. what did I do wrong?!
Kirbie replied: — December 25th, 2011 @ 10:59 pm
I’m sorry to hear that. Without watching what you did, it’s hard for me to say. What do you mean by a blob? Did it cook thoroughly? Is it hard? I’m wondering if it is something with the microwave time. I’ve made this many times with no problems.
Nicole LaVigueur — January 8, 2012 @ 11:35 am
I tried it and it’s so good the only problem was I didn’t have any semi sweet chocolate so I used dark, and so it’s not that sweet but next time I will try it with the right kind
Kirbie replied: — January 8th, 2012 @ 4:16 pm
Oh, I think dark chocolate can work too, but maybe add a little more sugar to it. I’m glad you like it though!
Glory — January 27, 2012 @ 6:40 pm
I tried to make just one serving and i used a whole egg for one cup. it came out kind of blobby but kind of cakey after i put it in the microwave for another 3o secs. I also added a little more flour because i thought it would help with the egg. Maybe i’ll stick to the recipe next time.
Kirbie replied: — January 27th, 2012 @ 10:35 pm
I think a whole egg is a little too much for this recipe and you have to double everything. Perhaps you try putting it all into one oversized mug if you dont want to divide the egg
Seema — February 12, 2012 @ 5:27 am
I’m so excited to try this, but I don’t think I have any chocolate chips or bars in my house. Do you think I’d be able to usse unsweetened cocoa powder instead?
Kirbie replied: — February 12th, 2012 @ 2:16 pm
Hmm I don’t thnk it would come out the same unfortunately. And i think the recipe would need to be changed up a lot too
Carrie — February 19, 2012 @ 3:08 pm
Sorry not very good…..
Kirbie replied: — February 20th, 2012 @ 10:28 am
That’s too bad
Janine — February 26, 2012 @ 8:39 am
I tried with cocoa powder instead of chocolate chips. I should have added more liquid to compensate for the extra dry ingredients. It came out a bit dry and cakey (still edible for sure though). As a stroke of genius though, I put in a werther’s original and the area surrounding it was something special!
Kirbie replied: — February 26th, 2012 @ 9:26 am
Hmm, I’ve never tried this with cocoa powder, so I imagine it wouldn’t come out exactly the same. If you’re looking for a cocoa powder recipe, try the flourless chocolate mug cake. http://kirbiecravings.com/2012/02/fancy-flourless-chocolate-mug-cake.html
Beth — March 1, 2012 @ 6:11 pm
Thought it was awesome! Me and my husband loved it! Why even comment if you didn’t like it? People are so weird. Just don’t make it. Duh!
Kirbie replied: — March 2nd, 2012 @ 6:12 pm
I’m glad you liked it. =) I’m not fond of negative comments either.
Nicole — March 11, 2012 @ 7:14 pm
Is it possible to substitute the egg for something else? I was telling a friend of mine the amazingness of this recipe, but due to religious believes, she doesn’t eat eggs. So is there any way to make this with out the egg or replace it with something else?
Kirbie replied: — March 12th, 2012 @ 7:48 am
I honestly don’t know the answer to that. I’ve never made brownies or cakes without eggs before. There may be a way, but I haven’t tried it.