This recipe is the perfect size to satisfy your sweet cravings without the temptation of overindulging! Use a microwavable 16 ounce mug, like our Brookline Cup to enjoy this simple and delicious dessert. This easy recipe is made with pantry staples in just minutes. Baked in the microwave and served in your favorite Brookline Cup, it’s a cozy treat that feels both effortless and special. Whether you’re settling in after a long day or sharing a simple joy with someone you love, this Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug can serve as a delicious little reminder to savor sweet simple moments of joy.
Prep: 5 minutes
Microwave: 2 minutes
Total: 7 minutes
Yields: 1 serving
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
4 Tbsp packed dark brown sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch salt
2 egg yolks
4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
Pinch baking soda
1 Tbsp semisweet chocolate chips
Fresh mint, fruit of your choice to serve with
This recipe was intended to be made in an Emerson Creek Brookline Cup.
Place the butter in a Brookline Cup and melt in the microwave.
Stir in the brown sugar, vanilla, and salt.
Add the egg yolk and stir until smooth.
Stir in the flour and baking soda.
Stir in two-thirds of the chocolate chips, and then sprinkle the remaining chips on the top.
Microwave on high heat for about 2 minutes, until the dough puffs and looks dry.
Remove from the microwave and let cool for a few minutes before eating.
Serve with fresh mint leaves and fruit of your choice. Enjoy!
The chocolate chip cookie in a mug is quick, fun, and wonderfully simple. No oven, no mixer — just a few pantry staples stirred together and microwaved right in your favorite mug (we recommend our Brookline Mug).
It’s perfect for a quiet treat after a long day or a sweet activity to share with someone you love. The result? A soft, warm cookie with melty chocolate chips — ready in minutes.
If your chocolate chip cake in a mug turned out chewy, it may have been overcooked or contained too much flour. Microwave baking can be tricky — even an extra 15 seconds can cause the texture to become rubbery. Be sure to measure ingredients accurately and microwave only until the top looks just set. A roomy mug also helps the batter rise and bake more evenly.
Yes, you can use cake mix to make a chocolate chip cookie cake in a mug or even a quick chocolate chip muffin in a mug. Just combine a few tablespoons of the mix with appropriate amounts of water, milk, or an egg yolk, then microwave until puffed and cooked through. While it won’t have quite the same homemade richness, it’s a lovely shortcut for a quick, cozy treat.
When prepared and cooked properly, microwave mug cakes are safe to eat. Most recipes, including those with eggs, cook fully in about 1–2 minutes. For a recipe like our chocolate chip cookie in a mug, use a microwave-safe mug (any Emerson Creek vessel) and allow the cookie to cool briefly before enjoying. It’s a simple pleasure that’s safe and satisfying when prepared with care.
Yes! You can bake a chocolate chip cookie in a mug in the oven. Use an oven-safe mug or ramekin, and bake at 350°F for 10–15 minutes, until the top is golden and just set.
Remember, the mug will be hot — let it cool before enjoying.
All Emerson Creek mugs, ramekins, and bakeware are oven- and microwave-safe, handcrafted to bring beauty and durability to everyday moments.
Absolutely. Many chocolate chip cookie in a mug recipes don’t require baking powder. Some use baking soda instead, paired with acidic ingredients like brown sugar to give the cookie a gentle lift. Even without leavening, mug cakes and cookies can still be soft, rich, and deeply satisfying — perfect for those sweet, simple moments.
Agnieszka (Aga) Bodes is an experienced photographer and recipe developer. She has been professional blogger, creator, and photographer since 2011. Born in Poland and residing in Canada, Aga draws inspiration from the beauty of Mother Nature – using natural light while highlighting freshly foraged fruits, vegetables, and foliage in her light-filled work. Aga first found one of Emerson Creek’s Brown Bag Designs Shortbread Pans at a yard sale in 2020 and was inspired to use it in her photography. Happily, she tagged Emerson Creek Pottery with the photo, and the rest is history. Today, Aga Bodes creates delicious recipes specifically for Emerson Creek Pottery. Learn more about Aga and see some of her creative work on her website, AgaBodes.com.
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