Sneak Preview: Learn how to make Microwave Brownies that taste and smell fantastic. You can eat warm brownies with your kids, grandkids, or yourself in 10-15 minutes without a brownie mix.
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Create fun memories with your kids or grandkids as you help them make and eat this Microwave Chocolate Brownie recipe. All my elementary-age grandchildren make them and enjoy licking every last beater, bowl, and batter-covered spatula.
In less time than running to the store and buying a mix, you can fill your kitchen with the chocolatey aroma of scratch chocolate brownies.
If your kids aren’t into nuts, leave them out.
Happy Bakers Speak Up
“These are super easy to make and I ended up halfing the recipe. It worked really well because It’s a smaller serving. And if you cook it for 2 minutes they were perfect. Thank you so much for sharing this amazing and easy recipe with everyone.” —BRENNA
How To Make Microwave Brownies Super-Fast (Without a Mix)!
Mix batter and microwave in under 15 minutes.
Not gourmet, but satisfies sugar and chocolate cravings.
Moderately rich—won’t overwhelm you.
Why This Is a Good Recipe for Kids and Emergencies
Quick, fudgy brownies from pantry staples
No need to keep calorie-dense cookies on hand
Kid-friendly: mix by hand or with a portable mixer, no oven required
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The original recipe came with directions to “cut when cold.” Good luck with that one. Be careful not to burn your fingers because you’ll want to dig into this treat immediately to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Serve with vanilla ice cream, creme fraiche ice cream, or coffee ice cream.
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Ingredients and Substitutions
EGGS:
I use large eggs (50 grams average)
SUGAR:
Granulated sugar recommended; brown sugar can be substituted
SALT:
Any type—table, sea, or Kosher
VANILLA EXTRACT:
Regular, imitation, or Mexican vanilla for a subtle cinnamon flavor
BUTTER:
Unsalted preferred; reduce salt if using salted butter.
Pin1. Add eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla to a medium mixing bowl.
Pin2. Beat until light–about 1 minute. I use a portable mixer, but a whisk will work, too.
Pin3. Add melted butter. Continue beating this mixture until thoroughly blended.
Pin4. Add the dry ingredients–flour and cocoa.
Pin5. Mix on low speed or stir together by hand.
Pin6. Spread the batter into a prepared microwave-safe dish. Make the batter thicker in the corners than in the middle.
Pin7. Optional: Sprinkle top with chopped nuts and mini semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Pin8. Microwave on HIGH for 3 1/2 to 6 minutes. Every microwave is different. Cook until the middle puffs up. Test with a toothpick. It should come out clean with a few crumbs sticking to it.
📌KITCHEN TIPS📌
A 9-inch dish can make the dough too thin in the corners; use a spatula to spread more dough to the edges.
Adding chips and nuts is optional. Get creative with different nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts) and chips (e.g., peanut butter, butterscotch, chocolate bars).
Microwave ovens vary in wattage; newer models cook faster, while smaller, low-wattage ovens need more time. Pin For your first batch of brownies, watch closely and note the cooking time. If the ingredients are at the same temperature, future batches should be accurate.
Parting Thoughts: The next time you have chocolate cravings, make these brownies with or for your loved ones. Enjoy eating them now, and remember the fun in years to come.
Need help troubleshooting? Email me: Paula at saladinajar.com—photos welcome!
You no longer need to keep tempting cookies in the pantry for unexpected company. These Microwave Brownies are easy enough for kids to mix up and bake.
Blend 2 large(100g) eggs, 3/4 cup(150g) sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract with a mixer (hand mixer works fine) for about 1 minute until light.
Add 1/2 cup(110g) melted unsalted butter and keep beating.
Mix in 3/4 cup(90g) all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup(64g) cocoa powder (not Dutched) and 1 teaspoon instant espresso (if using) at low speed just until the flour disappears.
OPTIONAL: Combine 1/4 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate or chocolate chips, 1/4 cup chopped nuts and a pinch cinnamon for topping in a small bowl. Either stir the topping into the batter now or sprinkle on top after the batter is put into the baking dish. I like to sprinkle it on top. Looks fancy.
Spread into 8″ square, round, or oval glass oven-safe dish. Arrange the batter with the spatula to be somewhat thicker around the edges and corners than in the middle. This helps to even out the baking.
Microwave on HIGH for 3-5 minutes. Watch carefully the first time because every microwave is a bit different. When done, the top looks dry and springs back when lightly touched. If your brownies become tough and chewy as they cool, they overcooked. Food cooked in a microwave continues to cook for a minute or two after removing it from the oven.
Notes
Storage: Double-wrap and freeze for up to six weeks.Make-ahead: I don’t. They are so quick to make I would rather serve them warm.
Paula Rhodes, owner
As a retired home economist, I created Saladinajar.com to share my belief that you don’t have to be a chef to find joy in creating homemade food worth sharing. Bread machines (used in an unconventional way), homemade yogurt, and quick microwave recipes are my specialty.