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Brownie Mix in a Mug

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword brownie gift, gift in a mug, microwave brownie, mug brownie
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings 1 serving
A single-serving brownie mix packed in a small bag and tucked into a mug for gifting. Stir in a little water and microwave for a warm brownie in about a minute.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons instant brownie mix
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon mini M&M's (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon dried chopped cherries (optional)

Directions

  • Spoon 4 tablespoons of the mix into a small zip-top bag and close it.
  • To give as a gift, set the bag in a tissue-lined mug and add a tag with the preparation directions.

Notes

Pour the mix into a microwave-safe mug, add 2 tablespoons water, and stir until no dry spots remain. Stir in one optional add-in (1 tablespoon) if desired. Microwave 1 minute. Let stand 1 minute before eating.
Storage: dry mix sealed in a cool, dry place up to about 6 months; leftovers refrigerated within 2 hours, use within 3 to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 35g | Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 1.4g | Fat: 5.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.9g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 77mg | Vitamin A: 3.9IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 6.7mg | Iron: 0.7mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for the whole recipe (1 serving). Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.