Fudgy Gluten-Free Brownie Mug Cake
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When a chocolate craving hits, sometimes you don’t want to bake an entire pan of brownies because you just want a warm, fudgy dessert right now. That’s where this Fudgy Gluten-Free Brownie Mug Cake makes the perfect treat. This single-serving brownie is rich, chocolatey, and perfectly gooey in the center, only takes a couple minutes to make, and looks adorable in a mug. It has all the delicious flavor of a homemade brownie with almost no work. Plus, this mug brownie is gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and dairy-free with dairy-free chocolate chips.
What Makes It So Fudgy?
Unlike traditional cake-like mug desserts, this recipe is designed to mimic the texture of a rich brownie. The combination of cocoa powder, just the right amount of flour, and a short cooking time creates a soft, gooey center that feels like a warm brownie fresh from the oven.
The key is not overcooking it. A slightly underdone center equals maximum fudginess.
Easy Variations
Want to switch things up? Try adding:
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Peanut butter swirls
- A pinch of espresso powder
- Dairy-free white chocolate chips
- Caramel drizzle or Dairy-free whipped cream on top
The possibilities are endless. Whether you’re craving a late-night treat, a quick dessert after dinner, or a little chocolate pick-me-up during the day, this mug cake is the answer. Honestly, it’s made more times than I’d like to admit, so enjoy!
More Sweet Recipes You’ll Love:
- Redhead’s Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Gluten-Free Strawberry Milkshake Cupcakes
- Chewy Fudgy Gluten-Free Brownies
- Double Chocolate Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread
- Gluten-Free Citrus Lemon Bars
I cannot wait for you to give this yummy recipe a try! Please snap a picture and share it with me! Seeing your kitchen creations makes my day and encourages me to keep creating new allergy friendly recipes for you!
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Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Brownie Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp almond flour
- 1 tbsp tapioca flour
- 1 tbsp coconut milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp chocolate chips, melted (dairy-free if needed) (+1 tbsp, unmelted, to mix in)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 egg yolk
- pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a mug or ramekin and stir well to fully combine.
- Microwave mug cake for 90 seconds. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Peanut butter swirls
- A pinch of espresso powder
- Dairy-free white chocolate chips
- Caramel drizzle or Dairy-free whipped cream on top
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