Vegan Mug Brownie

5 from 1 vote

A tender, soft and gooey warm brownie that's vegan and you can't even tell! It's so good and easy to make too!

Prep Time5

Cook Time1

Total Time6

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: serving

Calories: 337kcal

Cost: Recipe $0.38

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour ($0.02)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar ($0.02)
¼ teaspoon baking powder ($0.02)
1 pinch salt ($0.01)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder ($0.01)
1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted ($0.18)
3 tablespoons dairy-free milk ($0.06)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract ($0.01)
1 tablespoon vegan chocolate chips ($0.05)

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave safe mug, add the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder. Stir well to combine, making sure to scrape along the sides and bottom.
Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted coconut oil, dairy free milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until mostly smooth. A few small lumps are fine.
Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top. Do not stir them in. More chips will create a gooier brownie, while fewer will result in a more cake like texture.
Cook: Microwave for 40 to 60 seconds until just set. Alternatively, bake in an oven safe mug on a baking sheet at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
Serve: Let cool briefly before enjoying.

Sweetness. Add up to 1 tablespoon extra sugar if you prefer a sweeter brownie.
Chocolate flavor. For deeper chocolate, add 1 teaspoon instant coffee. For a lighter taste, reduce cocoa powder by ½ tablespoon.
Liquid options. Swap dairy free milk with coffee creamer, cold coffee, or water if needed.
Doneness. The brownie is done when a toothpick comes out clean. A chewy or rubbery texture usually means it was overcooked due to microwave wattage.
Make ahead. Mix the dry ingredients in advance and store in a small container or bag for quick mug brownies later.