Description
Chocolate dreams come alive with this quick one-minute microwave brownie, satisfying sweet cravings in a flash. Rich, gooey, and irresistibly simple, you’ll discover a delightful dessert that turns ordinary moments into delectable indulgences.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (10 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
Liquid and Fat Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) milk (optional)
Flavor and Optional Ingredients:
- 1 pinch salt
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Select a generously-sized microwave-safe mug, ensuring adequate space for rising batter during cooking.
- Thoroughly blend dry ingredients – incorporating flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt – creating a uniform powder mixture.
- Introduce liquid components: carefully pour oil, water (or milk), and vanilla extract, stirring until achieving a silky, homogeneous texture.
- Optional: Gently fold chocolate chips throughout the batter, distributing them evenly for potential pockets of melted chocolate.
- Position mug centrally in microwave and cook at maximum power, monitoring carefully for 50-60 seconds.
- Observe brownie’s surface – edges should appear firm and set, while center maintains a slight moistness indicating perfect doneness.
- Remove carefully using oven mitts, as mug and contents will be extremely hot.
- Allow brownie to rest and cool for 1-2 minutes, permitting internal temperature to stabilize.
- Enhance serving experience by adding optional garnishes like vanilla ice cream, pillowy whipped cream, or decadent chocolate sauce drizzle.
- Consume directly from mug for ultimate convenience and minimal cleanup.
Notes
- Master the mug size to ensure the perfect brownie texture and prevent overflow during microwaving.
- Experiment with alternative flours like almond or gluten-free blends for dietary restrictions without compromising the rich chocolate flavor.
- Customize the brownie by swapping oil with mashed banana or applesauce for a healthier twist that keeps the dessert moist.
- Adjust microwave cooking time based on your appliance’s wattage – start with 40 seconds and check for doneness to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 162 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg