Late-Night Brownie Mug Cake
Fudgy single-serve brownie that comes together in one mug and is ready in two minutes. The dessert for nights when only chocolate will do.
Prep: 3 min · Cook: 2 min · Total: 5 min · Serves: 1 mug · Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp flour
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- Pinch salt
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp neutral oil
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips
Method
- Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, and salt in a microwave-safe mug.
- Stir in milk and oil until smooth — scrape the sides.
- Press chocolate chips into the center.
- Microwave 60–80 seconds (it should look set on top but still glossy).
- Eat warm with a scoop of ice cream if you’re being good to yourself.
Allergen-aware substitutions
- Dairy-free: use oat milk and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Gluten-free: swap with 1:1 GF flour.
- Egg-free by default (this version uses milk only).
Storage, reheating & freezer
Storage: Best fresh — this one is built to disappear.
Reheating: Re-warm 10 seconds if it cools off mid-evening.
Freezer: Not recommended.
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
- Calories: 410
- Protein: 5 g
- Carbs: 58 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Sugar: 38 g
Frequently asked
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes — prep the ingredients up to 24 hours in advance and store in airtight containers. Cook just before serving for the cozyest texture.
What if I don’t have one of the ingredients?
See the substitutions section above. Most pantry swaps work beautifully here — this recipe was designed to be forgiving.
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Photo note: Cream ceramic mug, melty top, wool blanket, candle light, cozy nighttime mood.