Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes Recipe

Satisfy your chocolate cravings in a flash with these incredibly easy 5-minute microwave brownies! Perfect for kids (with supervision) or anyone short on time, this recipe delivers rich, fudgy brownies without the oven-baking hassle. A quick, delicious treat for a chocolate emergency!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 426.1 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes

  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder

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How to Make Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter and 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Grease a small (6-inch) glass pie dish or microwave-safe ramekin and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon granulated sugar.
  6. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared dish.
  7. Microwave on high for 4 1/2 to 5 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Let the brownies cool in the dish for a few minutes before carefully removing and serving.
  9. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

160g

Fat

61g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes?

Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes?

Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes has approximately 426.1 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 32 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes?

The key ingredients for Microwave Brownies In 5 Minutes are Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Vanilla, Flour, Cocoa. See the full list with measurements above.

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