Healthy Vegan Mug Brownie

Spooning up a bite of chocolate mug brownie.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1

Rest time 5

Total Time 10

Servings:1 serving

Author: Lori Rasmussen, My Quiet Kitchen

This vegan mug brownie is quick to make, healthier than most, and has the perfect amount of rich chocolate flavor to satisfy a craving! No eggs or dairy here. We're using mashed banana, nut or seed butter, cocoa, non-dairy milk and chocolate chips. Ready in 10 minutes!

Ingredients
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1 tablespoon smooth nut butter such as almond, cashew, or peanut butter (stir very well so it's not too runny/oily) - Sub tahini or sunflower seed butter if desired
3 tablespoons mashed very ripe banana - about half of a small banana
2 tablespoons sugar - see Notes
2 tablespoons unsweetened non-dairy milk, such as almond or oat milk
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons fine oat flour (20 grams) - see Notes for tips
2 tablespoons regular cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon baking powder
pinch of sea salt
dash of cinnamon, optional
small handful non-dairy chocolate chips - to sprinkle on top

Instructions

In a standard, 10-ounce, microwave-safe mug (a larger mug is fine, too), combine the nut butter, banana, milk, sugar, and vanilla. Stir well so that the nut butter is fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl or mug, whisk the oat flour, cocoa, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Pour the dry ingredients into the mug with the wet ingredients, and stir until fully combined. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
Note: this recipe was tested in an 1100 watt microwave. Microwave ovens vary, so stay nearby and keep an eye on it the first time you try the recipe.
Begin by microwaving on full power for 50 seconds. Then microwave for another 10 to 20 seconds, depending on whether the center appears somewhat set. In my microwave, total cook time is 80 seconds. If using a smaller, older, or lower wattage microwave you may need to add more time in 10 to 15 second intervals.
The mug brownie should rise to the top of the mug near the end of that first 50 seconds, then sink back down a bit. This is normal and helps create that dense and fudgy brownie texture.
Let cool for 5 minutes. Enjoy as-is or top with vegan ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

Sugar: Regular cane sugar tastes best, but we've also tested light brown sugar and coconut sugar with good results.

Top Tips:

If you don't own a kitchen scale, fluff up the oat flour with a whisk or fork before measuring. Then scoop it up and level off the excess.
A smooth, glazed ceramic mug works best and allows the brownie to rise better (as opposed to a rough surface like pottery.

Baking Instructions: If you prefer not to use a microwave, you can bake the mug brownie in a 350 degree oven for 16-18 minutes. Make sure your mug is oven-safe. Test for doneness by lightly pressing the top, which shouldn't be wet.

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