Craving a rich, fudgy brownie but don’t want to bake a whole pan? This Single Serving Brownie recipe is your answer! Perfectly portioned for one (or two small bites for yourself!), this treat is ready in minutes with minimal ingredients and maximum chocolate satisfaction. If you’re looking for a fast, delicious dessert without leftovers tempting you for days, you’ve found the ideal single serving brownie recipe.
Decadent single serve brownie on a white plate, showcasing its fudgy texture and rich chocolate color
Why You’ll Love This Single Serve Brownie Recipe
Sometimes, the craving for a brownie hits hard, but the thought of a whole batch feels excessive. That’s where this single serve brownie recipe shines. It’s designed for those moments when you want a quick, personal indulgence without the fuss. Forget about leftover brownies sitting around – this recipe makes just the right amount for a satisfying treat. It’s also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few pantry staples and minimal effort. Perfect for a weeknight dessert or a spontaneous chocolate craving, this single serving brownie is a game-changer.
Close-up of a single serve brownie bite with a crackly top, highlighting its chewy and fudgy interior
Simple Ingredients for Your Single Serving Brownie
One of the best things about this single serving brownie is its simplicity. You likely already have all the ingredients in your kitchen. No need for fancy ingredients or complicated steps – just straightforward baking goodness. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Butter: Provides richness and moisture, essential for a fudgy brownie.
- Brown Sugar: Adds sweetness and a hint of molasses flavor, contributing to the brownie’s chewiness.
- Egg Yolk: Adds richness and binds the ingredients together. Using just the yolk enhances the fudgy texture.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the chocolate flavor and adds a touch of warmth.
- Cocoa Powder: The star of the show! Use a good quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
- All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure to the brownie.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances all the flavors.
Optional but highly recommended:
- Chocolate Chips: For extra chocolatey goodness and melty pockets of chocolate in your brownie.
A single serving brownie with a bite taken out, revealing its moist and fudgy center and highlighting the use of quality cocoa powder
Tips for the Perfect Fudgy Single Serve Brownie
While this single serve brownie recipe is incredibly easy, a few key tips will ensure baking success and a truly decadent result:
- Precise Measurements are Key: Baking is a science, and accuracy matters, especially in smaller recipes. Using the correct measurements ensures the right ratio of wet to dry ingredients, leading to the perfect fudgy texture. Use measuring spoons and cups and level them off for accuracy.
- High-Quality Cocoa Powder Matters: The flavor of your brownie heavily relies on the cocoa powder you use. Opt for a good quality unsweetened cocoa powder. Dutch-processed cocoa will give a darker, richer flavor, while natural cocoa will have a slightly more acidic and fruity note. Choose based on your preference!
- Don’t Overbake: The secret to a fudgy brownie is slightly underbaking it. You want the edges to be set, but the center should still be slightly soft and gooey. An inserted toothpick should come out with moist crumbs attached, not clean. This ensures a perfectly fudgy single serving brownie.
- Cool Slightly Before Enjoying: While it’s tempting to dig in immediately, letting your single serve brownie cool for a few minutes allows it to set slightly and enhances the fudgy texture. Plus, it prevents you from burning your tongue!
A single serve brownie bite displayed on a cooling rack, emphasizing its perfect size and slightly underbaked, fudgy texture
Storing Your Single Serve Brownie (If You Must!)
The beauty of a single serving brownie is that it’s meant to be enjoyed fresh. However, if you happen to have one brownie bite leftover, you can easily store it. To keep your brownie soft and fudgy, let it cool completely to room temperature first. Then, store it in an airtight container or a zip-top bag. For optimal freshness, store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. The cold brownie is also delicious, or you can warm it up slightly in the microwave for a few seconds to regain that warm, gooey texture.
Two single serve brownie bites stacked on top of each other, presented in a clear container ready for storage, demonstrating how to keep them fresh
Ready to satisfy your chocolate craving? Let’s bake this incredibly easy and delicious single serving brownie!
Yields: 2 brownies
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 18 minutes
Total time: 23 minutes
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 Tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg yolk*
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 Tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 1 Tablespoon chocolate chips, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two standard muffin cups with cooking spray or line with cupcake liners. Set aside.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and brown sugar. Microwave for 30 seconds, then remove and stir with a whisk until melted and combined. Repeat in short intervals if butter is not fully melted.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Whisk until the mixture lightens in color slightly.
- Add the cocoa powder, flour, and salt to the wet ingredients. Use a rubber spatula to gently fold together until just combined and no streaks of flour remain. If using chocolate chips, fold them in now. Be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the brownie batter evenly between the two prepared muffin cups.
- Bake for 16 to 18 minutes. The edges should be set, and a toothpick inserted into the center will come out with moist crumbs.
- Let the single serving brownies cool slightly in the muffin pan before enjoying.
Recipe Notes
- For a cakier brownie, substitute 1 egg white for the egg yolk. This will change the texture to be less fudgy and more cake-like.
- Adjust baking time based on your oven. Start checking for doneness at 16 minutes.
- Feel free to add other mix-ins like chopped nuts or different types of chocolate chips.
Enjoy your perfectly portioned single serving brownie!
