Vegan fudgy mug brownie. This mug brownie is made with simple ingredients in less than 5 minutes. Enjoy it with dairy-free ice cream for a delicious dessert, for one or two!
Last year I celebrated my birthday with a Vegan Funfetti Birthday Mug Cake, this year I’m celebrating with a vegan fudgy mug brownie. This is the perfect dessert for one or two! All you need is a few simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.
Fudgy Mug Brownie Ingredient Notes and Substitutions:
Vegan butter: You can swap the vegan butter for a light-tasting oil, such as avocado oil.
Plant-based milk: Use any plant-based milk you have on hand, ideally plain and unsweetened to avoid changing the flavor of the brownie. I tested this recipe with both soy milk and oat milk.
Vanilla: For flavor.
Brown sugar: This recipe works with both white sugar and brown sugar. Make sure to use vegan sugar to make this recipe 100% vegan.
Cocoa Powder: An important ingredient for the chocolate flavor. Feel free to add more to taste.
Flour: This recipe is made with all-purpose white flour. Whole grain spelt flour also works with this recipe. You can also use 1:1 gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
Salt: To balance the sweetness and enhance the flavors.
Here’s how to make a simple vegan mug brownie at home.
Combine the Wet Ingredients
Start by adding the vegan butter to a mug and melt it in the microwave, about 20 seconds. Stir in the other wet ingredients, including the plant-based milk and vanilla.
Combine the Dry Ingredients
Next, add the sugar, flour, cocoa powder and salt. Stir until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
Microwave
Microwave for 60-90 seconds or until you get fudgy brownie.
Serve
This recipe makes one to two servings. Top it with a scoop of your favorite vegan ice cream.
Mug Brownie FAQ:
Can I Make this Mug Brownie Gluten-Free?
Yes! For a gluten-free option, you can use a 1:1 gluten-free flour mix. Use the same amount of flour as indicated in the recipe.
Can I Make this Recipe With Other Flours?
This recipe can be made with all-purpose white flour, 1:1 gluten-free flour or whole grain spelt flour. I haven’t tried other flours, so I can’t guarantee the same results. If you try other flours, let me know how it turns out in the comments!
Can I Bake the Mug Brownie Instead of Using the Microwave?
This recipe was only tested using the microwave, so I can’t recommend a baked option.
Vegan fudgy mug brownie. This mug brownie is made with simple ingredients in less than 5 minutes. Enjoy it with dairy-free ice cream for a delicious dessert, for one or two!
Course Dessert
Cuisine vegan
Prep Time 4 minutesminutes
Cook Time 1 minuteminute
Total Time 5 minutesminutes
Servings 1
Ingredients
1tablespoonbutter,melted
2tablespoonplant-based milk,plain and unsweetened
1/2teaspoonvanilla extract
2 1/2tablespoonsbrown sugar
2tablespoonscocoa powder
2tablespoonsall-purpose flour,white or whole wheat
1/8teaspoonsalt
1tablespoonvegan chocolate chips,dark or semi-sweet
Instructions
Add the vegan butter to a mug and melt in the microwave, about 20 seconds.
Add the plant-based milk and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
Stir in the brown sugar, cocoa powder, flour and salt. Whisk until well combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
Microwave for 60-90 seconds. Microwave it for closer to 60 seconds for a fudgier brownie and closer to 90 seconds for more of a cake-like brownie.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 gluten-free flour.Whole grain spelt flour also works with this recipe.You can swap the vegan butter for a light-tasting oil, such as avocado oil.Use any plant-based milk you have on hand, ideally plain and unsweetened to avoid changing the flavor of the brownie. I tested this recipe with both soy milk and oat milk.This recipe works with both white sugar and brown sugar. Make sure to use vegan sugar to make this recipe 100% vegan.Use your favorite vegan chocolate chips. I love using Enjoy Life semi-sweet mini chocolate chips.
If you make this vegan mug brownie, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from you guys. And of course, if you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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