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5-Min Fudgy Microwave Brownies
Dense, gooey chocolate brownies made in a microwave mug in under 5 minutes—no mixer, no waiting. Serve warm with ice cream or straight from the mug.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 5g

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix flour, cocoa powder, and sugar in a microwave-safe mug or small bowl.
Step 2
Add butter, chocolate chips, and egg; stir until just combined.
Step 3
Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds until the top springs back lightly when touched but center still jiggles slightly.
Step 4
Let rest 30 seconds, then serve warm from the mug or turn out onto a plate.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug or small bowl
- spoon
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