Description
This quick and easy Cookie in a Mug recipe lets you satisfy your cookie craving in just about a minute. Perfect for when you want a single-serving dessert without the hassle of baking a full batch, this microwave mug cookie is warm, gooey, and delicious, especially when paired with ice cream or your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: Place the butter in an 8-ounce microwave-safe mug and microwave for 30 seconds until mostly melted.
- Mix Sugars and Flavorings: Stir in the packed light brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt with a spoon until well combined.
- Add the Egg Yolk: Stir in the egg yolk until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Incorporate Flour and Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in the all-purpose flour and most of the semisweet chocolate chips until just combined. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Microwave to Cook: Microwave the mug on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute, or until the cookie dough has puffed up and appears dry on top. Keep an eye to avoid overcooking.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookie cool for a few minutes before eating. It’s best enjoyed warm, optionally with a scoop of ice cream or your favorite topping.
Notes
- If you don’t have a microwave-safe mug, use a ramekin or small microwave-safe bowl instead.
- Use a large enough mug because the cookie will rise more than a traditional cookie during cooking to prevent overflow.
- Fluff and level your flour with a knife to avoid overpacking, which could dry out the cookie.
- Enjoy the cookie with ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate ganache, or caramel drizzle for variation.
- Microwave power varies; watch closely and avoid microwaving for more than one minute.
- Use real vanilla extract for the best flavor — homemade vanilla extract works great too.
- A shorter, wider ceramic mug works best for even cooking, and avoid mugs with metal decoration.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
