Fudgy and gooey Microwave Brownie in a Cup made with one egg yolk and chocolate chips, this makes the perfect single serving dessert recipe.
I’m leaving for Hawaii in 3 days, which means that I can’t bake anything large.
Why is that you ask? Well, I learned my lesson two years ago when I left for 2 weeks to go camping. I made some delicious muffins before I left. I left the remaining in a container right in the middle of the kitchen, where I was hoping people in my house would see and eat.
But what happens when I get back? The container is now green and climbing with mold, and none of my muffins were touched! The thing with people in my house is that they will resist sweet things or desserts unless they are offered. Seriously, the self control on these people.
So I’m making another personal-sized dessert in a mug. Because I certainly don’t need an invitation to have dessert. It seems to be a way of life for me.
Also having a brownie ready in front of you in less than 5 minutes is definitely my idea of a good time.
Microwave Brownie in a Cup
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp salted butter
- 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 1 large egg yolk
- 4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp chocolate chips
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a microwave safe mug for around 10-20 seconds.
- Mix in the sugars, vanilla and salt with the melted butter. Stir in the egg yolk until fully combined.
- Add in the flour and cocoa powder, and mix until fully incorporated. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Place in the microwave, and microwave for around 45 seconds.
That looks amazing! Gotta love microwave cakes 🙂
Cathleen, you mug genius! Who would have thought that we could do brownies in a mug? My idea of brownies are always these square brown things. Have a great time in Hawaii!
I loooove mug desserts! This looks amazing! But, even more amazing is … HAWAII … in THREE days!?!? Have a fabulous time! 😀
Such an easy dessert! Dangerous, too!
Oh..those mug dessert…so good. A scoop of ice cream on top and I'm heaven.
ela h.
Gray Apron
A fantastic mug cake!
This looks great, and I bet just the smell of it is fantastically chocolatey! 🙂
Have an amazing time in Hawaii ^ ^ x
Those muffins wouldn't have lasted in our house — in invitation needed! Love this brownie recipe, though — perfect for those of us who have no self control! Have a great trip.
So jealous of Hawaii!
My family sometimes does that too. They don`t know if they can eat my baked goods! LOL.
I feel like it's the opposite here…if I leave ANYTHING in this apartment, the.boy will eat it before I get back. Even if I'm only gone for a day!
Love the sound of these brownies in a mug though!
Heavenly, my idea of comfort food!
I love super easy brownies in a mug! Perfect for a night alone in front of the t.v. 🙂 Also, can't wait to hear about your Hawaii trip. My hubby and I went there on our honeymoon and absolutely loved it!
Aloha! I love these when my husband is gone and I can make my own and not have leftovers!
BRILLIANNTTTTT. Definitely a handy one for 'emergencies'.
These cookies look scrumptious! And I'm with you on the whole plane thing – but the destination is always worth it 🙂