Description
Hot cocoa mix microwave brownies bring together two comfort classics in one quick dessert that saves you time and satisfies sweet cravings without complicated steps. Whip up this simple treat when chocolate calls your name, mixing pantry staples for a rich, warm chocolate experience that comes together faster than traditional brownies.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 large egg
Liquid Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons milk
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ cup hot cocoa mix
Instructions
- Grab a microwave-safe mug and add ½ cup flour, ½ cup sugar, ¼ cup cocoa powder, and ¼ cup hot cocoa mix. Whisk the dry ingredients thoroughly until completely blended.
- Create a well in the center of your dry mixture and crack 1 large egg directly into it. Pour 3 tablespoons vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons milk over the egg.
- Blend all ingredients using a fork, stirring until your batter appears glossy and completely smooth with zero visible lumps.
- Microwave the mug on high power for exactly 75 seconds at 100% strength, keeping your eyes on the mug to prevent potential overflow.
- Remove the mug carefully using a towel or oven mitt, as it will be extremely hot from microwaving.
- Allow your freshly microwaved brownie to rest for 2 minutes inside the mug, which helps the texture set perfectly.
- Gently slide the warm brownie onto a small plate, or if you prefer, grab a spoon and enjoy directly from the mug.
- Optional: Enhance your dessert with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream or dust the top with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use a wide, microwave-safe mug to prevent overflow and ensure even cooking.
- Check the brownie at 60 seconds, as microwave strengths vary and can cause overcooking or dryness.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour with almond or coconut flour.
- Enhance the chocolate flavor by adding a small handful of chocolate chips to the batter before microwaving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Category: Brownies
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 153 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 44 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg