Fuel your body, lift your mood, and keep things simple. That’s what the Recovery Kitchen is all about.
Craving something rich, chocolatey, and right now? You’re in the right place. This Brownie in a Mug is the ultimate quick-fix dessert, warm, fudgy, and ready in about a minute. No oven, no waiting, no complicated steps… just you, a mug, and a spoon standing between you and chocolate bliss.
At ViaMar Health, we believe in the idea that All Foods Fit, and that includes dessert. Especially dessert. Food isn’t meant to be categorized as “good” or “bad”. It’s meant to nourish, satisfy, and yes, sometimes simply bring joy. A cozy, gooey brownie eaten straight from the mug? That’s joy you can taste.
In the Recovery Kitchen, food isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress, comfort,
and rediscovering joy.
This recipe is a perfect reminder that balance isn’t about restriction. It’s about flexibility. Some days you might want a savory meal, and other days, you might just want something sweet and comforting in under five minutes. Both can exist. Both do exist.
So when that chocolate craving hits, there’s no need to overthink it. Grab your mug, mix it up, and lean into the moment. Because sometimes, the best kind of self-care is warm, melty, and topped with a few extra chocolate chips.
HOW TO MAKE A MUG BROWNIE
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder,
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour (but a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend should be OK)
- 3 tbsp sugar
- pinch of salt
- 2 ½ tbsp veg oil,
- 3 tbsp milk,
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips plus more for topping
- Microwave safe 12 oz. mug
cup = 8 oz.
tsp = teaspoon
tbsp = tablespoon
pinch of salt = roughly 1/16 to 1/8 of a tsp
Directions
- Mix in a microwave-safe mug the dry ingredients: sugar, flour, cocoa powder and salt
- Use a fork to stir until combined, and free of lumps.
- Stir in chocolate chips.
- Add the wet ingredients: oil, milk, and vanilla
- Stir with a spoon or fork until just combined (try not to over mix it).
- Sprinkle a few additional chocolate chips over the top
- Microwave for 60 seconds. Brownie will rise, if it still looks moist, cook in intervals of 10 seconds.
- Let your mug brownie stand for a few minutes before enjoying since it will be very hot!
Serving: Makes 1 Mug Brownie
Recipe Tips
- Use a 12 oz. mug, if possible, since it makes it easier to mix ingredients and the brownie mixture will not overflow the rim as it rises.
- Don’t over mix your ingredients, which can result in a tough brownie.
- Time will vary a bit based on the microwave and the size of mug. You may need to adjust the cooking time slightly, since every microwave and mug heats a little differently
TOPPINGS
Take your Mug Brownie to another level with a toppings
- Scoop of ice cream on top
- Whipped cream
- Drizzle the top with caramel sauce
- Drizzle with some heavy cream
- Sprinkle chopped nuts on top
- Combine toppings that appeal to you
Recipe Variations
- Add 1 tbsp raspberry jam to the brownie batter
- Add a tablespoon of chopped walnuts / pecans / hazelnut, or your favorite nut
- Add a tsp of expresso powder with the dry ingredients
- Substitute soy milk if lactose intolerant
- Substitute Semi-Sweet/Dark Chocolate Chips: Often dairy-free but check ingredients if lactose intolerant (Milk Chocolate Chips: Always contain milk solids or dairy fats.)
- Substitute 2 ½ olive oil or butter for the 2 ½ tbsp veg oil
