Imagine satisfying your cookie craving in just 5 minutes, without preheating an oven or dirtying multiple dishes! This microwave cookie in a mug is the ultimate hack for instant dessert lovers, busy home bakers, and anyone who wants a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie RIGHT NOW. Whether you're having a late-night snack attack or need a quick dessert fix, this single-serve wonder will revolutionize your dessert game and have you saying goodbye to complicated baking forever.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 1 mins
Total Time: 6 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cookie
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Soften the butter in a microwave-safe mug for 10-15 seconds until just melted but not completely liquid.
- Add sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the softened butter. Mix thoroughly with a fork until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly creamy.
- Separate the egg yolk from the white and add only the yolk to the mug. Stir vigorously to incorporate the egg yolk completely into the butter and sugar mixture.
- Sprinkle the all-purpose flour and salt into the mug. Gently fold and mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a consistent cookie dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Smooth the surface of the dough in the mug, ensuring it's evenly spread.
- Microwave on high for 45-60 seconds. Cooking time may vary depending on microwave wattage, so watch carefully to prevent overcooking.
- Remove from microwave and let the cookie cool for 1-2 minutes. The mug and cookie will be extremely hot.
- Optional: Top with additional chocolate chips, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving.
Tips
- Use room temperature butter for the smoothest mix and best texture
- Be precise with microwave timing - every second counts to avoid a dry or rubbery cookie
- Let the cookie cool slightly to prevent burning your mouth and allow the texture to set
- Choose a microwave-safe mug that's wide and not too deep for even cooking
- For extra richness, use melted butter instead of softened
- Experiment with mix-ins like nuts, different chocolate varieties, or a sprinkle of sea salt
- If your cookie seems undercooked, microwave in 10-second intervals to avoid overcooking
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 65mg
