Description
This irresistible Peanut Butter Mug Cookie is a quick and convenient single-serving dessert perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in just 15 minutes. Made with simple pantry ingredients and cooked in the microwave, it’s a deliciously soft and chewy cookie ready in a flash.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Butter (softened)
- 1 tablespoon Creamy Peanut Butter
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (brown sugar recommended for deeper flavor)
- 1 large Egg Yolk (or flax egg for vegan option)
Dry Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (gluten-free flour can be used at a 1:1 ratio)
Additional Flavorings
- 1 tablespoon Milk (2%) (any plant-based milk for dairy-free version)
- 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (almond extract as an alternative)
Toppings (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon Chopped Unsalted Peanuts (can substitute with chocolate chips or omit)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mug: Spray a 12-ounce mug with cooking spray to prevent the cookie from sticking during cooking.
- Melt Butter: Place the softened butter in the mug and microwave on high for about 10 seconds until melted.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir the creamy peanut butter and sugar into the melted butter until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Egg Yolk: Mix in the egg yolk thoroughly to incorporate it evenly into the batter.
- Incorporate Flour: Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour until the mixture is just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
- Mix in Milk and Vanilla: Add the milk and vanilla extract, stirring well to blend all ingredients into a smooth batter.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle chopped unsalted peanuts on top of the batter if desired for added texture and flavor.
- Microwave to Cook: Microwave the mug on high power for about 1 to 1.5 minutes until the cookie is set but still soft in the center.
- Serve: Let the cookie cool briefly, then serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute the egg yolk with a flax egg and use plant-based milk.
- Use gluten-free flour at a 1:1 ratio to make the cookie gluten-free.
- Adjust the microwave time based on your appliance’s wattage to avoid overcooking.
- Top with chocolate chips instead of peanuts for a different flavor.
- This recipe is a perfect single-serving dessert to curb cravings quickly without making a whole batch.
