Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug (5-Min)

Next time you are looking for a 5-min speedy and delicious treat, then you should give this vegan chocolate chip cookie in a mug a try! All you will need is a handful of pantry staples, a microwave, a mug and a few minutes! So simple, yet this sweet, chewy and gooey cookie is highly addictive.

This easy 5-min vegan cookie in a mug makes for the best last-minute single-portion dessert when you crave something sweet, but don't want to be left with extra. It is also perfect for when you try to avoid making an entire batch of cookies.

We make this vegan mug brownie regularly whenever we are looking for something chocolatey and most importantly, something ultra-fast. But my husband (and kids) are such cookie-obsessed that I felt I had to get a recipe down for a quick microwavable cookie recipe. Now, everyone in my family is obsessed with this recipe and I bet you will be too!

It really comes together within 5 minutes, the batter is combined + cooked all in the same mug and all you need is a microwave, no need for a big oven. Perfect for the summer and all the chocolate lovers!

The texture is very cookie-like, not that much cakey. Which is what we love the most about this vegan treat. To make it very cookie-ish you will need some brown sugar and I skipped the baking powder altogether to keep the result more dense and chewier. 

You can unmold the cookie to eat it in a classic way or use the spoon to scoop out the goodness from the mug. Amazing topped with vanilla ice cream and a warm cup of tea or coffee. 

Let me know if you gave it a try! ❤️

Why you will love this recipe

• Very quick and easy single-serve dessert recipe that can be done within 5 minutes 
• Delicious brown sugar flavor and an amazing gooey and chewy bite
• Uses only 6 simple ingredients to prepare
• A must-know recipe for all inexperienced bakers and made in a few simple steps
• Great single-serve dessert to help with portion control
• Perfect dessert for the summer: no need to turn on the oven!
• Fully vegan, egg-free and dairy-free

Ingredients you will need

(see below in the recipe card for the detailed ingredient list)

• Flour: I used all-purpose flour (unbleached) to make it. This recipe is pretty forgiving, so although I haven't tried using other flours, I bet whole wheat flour or spelt flour would be fine.
• Brown sugar: gives this recipe such a delicious flavor. I used light brown sugar, but dark brown sugar would give it an even more caramel-like taste. I do not recommend swapping for maple syrup. Coconut sugar should work too, although it might give a slightly different texture.
• Plant-based milk: I used full-fat oat milk from the brand Oatly, although you can use any kind of plant milk you have, such as almond milk or soy milk.
• Coconut oil: I used refined coconut oil to avoid a coconut flavor (I was worried it would overpower the taste).
• Vanilla extract: technically optional, although it adds a delicious flavor to this recipe.
• Vegan chocolate chips: I used the mini chocolate chips from the brand Enjoy Life. 

What kind of dish to use and cooking time

You can use various mug sizes or dishes to cook the vegan mug cookie in. The important aspect to adjust depending on the size of your dish is the cooking time so it is done without overcooking.

I used a classic 8 oz ramequin to cook mine, which worked out perfectly. A ramequin usually is a little wider than a classic mug, which makes for a cookie that's a little thinner and actually gives it a more classic cookie shape. So if you have a large mug or ramequin like mine, you might need to cook the cookie for only 40-45 seconds.

If you use a mug of about 5 oz with a narrower bottom, then you will end up with a thicker cookie and might need to cook it for 50-60 seconds instead of 40 seconds.

The cooking time also varies depending on the strength of your microwave. A good tip is that the cookie is done when the edges are set with the middle still a little looking underdone and soft.

How to make vegan chocolate chip cookie in a mug

(see below in the recipe card for the whole recipe)

Combine

In a mug or a small microwave-safe dish, add the coconut oil and melt for about 30-60 seconds or until completely liquid.

Add the oat milk, vanilla extract and brown sugar, then stir to combine. 

Add the flour and a pinch of salt, then combine. You should have a texture that looks like soft cookie dough. Stir in the chocolate chips.

Use a spoon or your fingers to gently flatten the top part of the cookie and press a few extra chocolate chips over if you want.

Microwave

Cook in the microwave for 40-60 seconds. The cooking time varies widely depending on the strength of your microwave and the resulting thickness of your cookie (see above).

I recommend starting with 40 seconds, checking on it and cooking for an additional 10 seconds. Repeat until done, although you should not need more than 55-60 seconds.

The cookie is done when set on the edges but still soft and looks underdone in the middle.

Rest and enjoy

Let the mug cookie rest for 1-2 minutes to allow the cookie to finish cooking (it will also be too hot to enjoy right away).

Then, dig in!

Helpful tips

• Do not overpack the tablespoon when measuring the flour so the result isn't too dense. I like using the scoop and level method.
• Use a small spatula if needed to scrape the sides of the mug once you are done combining the cookie dough so the whole batter is compact.
• Mini chocolate chips work better for a small dessert like this one. If your chocolate chips are large, then you can also roughly chop them first.
• If you want to be able to unmold the whole cookie, then you can place a small piece of parchment paper at the bottom of the mug or ramequin.

Serving suggestion

We love this vegan cookie mug cake straight from the mug without any extra, it is already so delicious!

But, you can also add a scoop of ice cream over the top of the cookie right into the mug. We love this cashew milk ice cream from the brand So Delicious.

You can also top it off with:

• a swirl of whipped cream
• a spoonful of peanut butter (or try this speedy peanut butter frosting)
• a sprinkle of flaky sea salt if you like sweet and salty treats (you can press the salt into the cookie dough just before cooking too)
• sliced strawberries for some freshness and a fruity twist

Variations

This recipe is simple and you can easily experiment with it. Here are a few ideas:

• Nuts: for a nice crunch, you can add a few chopped walnuts or almonds.
• Spices: add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, chai spice mix or pumpkin spice mix for more flavor.
• Dried fruits: to reduce the amount of processed sugar, then you can swap the chocolate chips for raisins.
• Banana bread: add 1-2 tablespoons of mashed banana for a delicious banana bread taste and gooey texture.

FAQs

Can I make it oil-free or lower in fat?

Yes! As mentioned above, you can swap the coconut oil for a nut or seed butter, such as almond butter, peanut butter or pumpkin seed butter (expect a change in flavor too). Or, for a completely oil-free and much lower-in-fat cookie, then use apple sauce or a little mashed banana instead of the oil.

How can I bake it in the oven?

Similarly to these vegan baked oats, you can use a mini toaster oven or just your regular oven to cook the mug cookie. You can bake it at 350º for about 15 minutes, then check to see if it needs a few more minutes. Again, the cookie is done baking when the edges are set but the middle still looks slightly underdone.

Can I make it gluten-free?

Yes, simply use certified gluten-free flour to make it, the rest of the ingredients are naturally GF.

More recipes like this to try

• Vegan banana mug cake
• Almond flour banana cookies
• 3-ingredient almond flour peanut butter cookies
• Lemon blueberry mug cake
• Vegan chocolate chip cookie cake
• Chocolate chip cookie dough bites
• White chocolate chip matcha cookies
• Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies

I hope you like this vegan chocolate chip cookie mug as much as we do! If you try it, please leave a comment below and rate the recipe to let me know how it was. Your feedback is so helpful!

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