Mug Cake Two Ways

Mug cakes two ways. These simple cakes take just five minutes to make and cook in the microwave. Make these single serve mug cakes any night of the week. Whether you’re looking for healthy, or indulgent mug cakes, I’ve got you covered. 

You know those nights when you’re really craving a cookie or a brownie? {*nods head* ?} But the thought of making an entire batch of cookies or pan of brownies seems like overkill? {*nods head again*??}. Well I’ve found the solution to all of your problems! The mug cake, two ways.

My sweet tooth seems to run rampant after dinner. I always need just a little something sweet to feel like the night is complete. Many times, though, I don’t want to be making up some large batch of cookies or brownies. I also don’t want to buy the break and bake cookies. I know those come in handy many-a-night, but they always seem over-processed to me.

Instead, I pull out a couple of ingredients from my pantry and fridge and whip up a quick mug cake. You may have seen these before, but it’s for good reason. They’re so simple to make, and take just five minutes of your time, including cook time, to make. Why wouldn’t you whip up a homemade cookie or brownie on a weeknight when literally the hardest part is waiting for it to cool down enough to eat?

Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookie Mug Cake

Let’s start first with the classic: a chocolate chip cookie. Now, I’ll be honest, this turns out to be a bit more cakey that cookie. But if it’s 8 pm on a Wednesday night and you need something to satisfy your sweet tooth, I don’t think you’re going to be all that picky.

This healthy chocolate chip cookie mug cake is made with protein powder, whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, almond milk, chocolate chips and a few other ingredients.

They all get mixed together right in the mug, because who has time to dirty more dishes? Then pop it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. This will definitely depend on your microwave power and the type of mug you use. I love these ones from Target. So just watch and make sure it’s cooked all the way through.

Your cookie will be super hot. So don’t burn your mouth like I have in the past because I have been too eager to just dive right in to a warm soft baked cookie.

Indulgent Chocolate Brownie Mug Cake

If you’re looking for something a bit less healthy, then this indulgent chocolate brownie mug cake is for you. It seriously tastes just like a brownie, without all of the hassle. After it cools, you even get the nice little crust on top like you would with a traditional brownie.

Same thing applies here: mix all ingredients in one mug and pop in the microwave. Just know that this one has to be eaten fairly quickly. After cooling slightly, of course. I left mine out for about an hour or so. I know, you’re probably wondering why that would even happen. But it’s because I had already taste tested about five other desserts that day and was kind of on sugar overload.

This brownie was so good though that I didn’t want it to go to waste. Well, it sort of did in the end, because after I left it out for a couple hours, it turned into a rock solid brownie log. Not exactly what I’m looking for when it comes to brownies.

So just note that you should eat your brownie right away. It’s also highly suggested to eat with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. I mean if you’re going to go all out with the brownie, you might as well make it the best brownie with that cool vanilla ice cream melting into a warm chocolate-y brownie.