Name: 1 Minute Chocolate Chip Mug Cookie
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 4 min
Ingredients: 40 g (2 tbsp / 1.4 oz) unsalted butter; 1 tbsp granulated white sugar; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1/4 tsp vanilla essence OR 1/8 tsp vanilla extract (optional); 5 tbsp plain flour / all-purpose flour; 1/4 tsp baking powder; Pinch of salt; 2 tbsp chocolate chips, plus extra

Directions

1
Place the butter in a large microwave-safe mug. Microwave on high for 20 seconds or until the butter is melted. Stir through the sugars and vanilla essence.
2
Add the plain flour, baking powder and salt and stir until a soft dough comes together. Stir through the chocolate chips. Flatten down the dough down into the mug then top with extra chocolate chips, if desired.
3
Microwave for 1 minute (based on an 1100 watt microwave). Allow to cool for 1 minute before eating. Enjoy!

About this Recipe

Craving a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie but don't want to bake a whole batch or wait for delivery? This 1 Minute Chocolate Chip Mug Cookie recipe is your ultimate answer to a sudden sweet tooth, delivering instant gratification right from your microwave.

This recipe works by harnessing the speed of microwave cooking, transforming simple pantry staples into a delightful dessert in literally just one minute. The precise balance of sugars and a touch of baking powder ensures a soft, tender texture without the fuss of a full-scale baking project, making it perfect for a single serving treat.

What can you expect from this speedy dessert? You'll be treated to a soft, warm cookie with pockets of gloriously melty chocolate chips. The combination of granulated and brown sugars creates a rich, classic cookie flavor that is both sweet and satisfying. It's designed for ease and immediate enjoyment, providing that cozy, freshly-baked cookie experience without any waiting around. You'll love how quickly you can whip up this indulgent treat.

Customizing this mug cookie is wonderfully simple. While the recipe calls for specific amounts of white and brown sugar for optimal flavor and texture, you can experiment with the optional vanilla essence or extract for an added layer of aroma. Feel free to use your favorite kind of chocolate chips—whether milk, dark, or semi-sweet—or even mix them for an extra boost of chocolatey goodness, leveraging the "plus extra" chocolate chips mentioned.

Enjoy this warm chocolate chip mug cookie straight from the mug for an instant, comforting dessert that feels incredibly luxurious despite its speedy preparation. It's the perfect solo indulgence for any time of day.

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