Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch fine sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Place the butter in a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug and microwave for 30 seconds or until completely melted.
  2. Immediately whisk the cocoa powder into the melted butter to bloom the chocolate and release flavor compounds.
  3. Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and salt. Whisk vigorously until the sugars have mostly dissolved and the mixture looks smooth.
  4. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined, ensuring no large dry streaks remain.
  5. Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Microwave on high for 60 seconds. The center should look slightly underdone; the residual heat will finish the cooking process during the resting phase.
  7. Let the brownie rest for 1-2 minutes before consuming to allow the structure to set.