Mug Cookie Recipes are the baking hack that everyone needs

Have you tried mug cookie recipes? While the delicious aroma wafting from the oven is enticing, some people would prefer a quicker solution. Although grandma’s recipe might be the gold standard, the reality is that some people would prefer a quick, easy way to satisfy that warm cookie craving. When opening the cookie box from the pantry won’t suffice, mug cookie recipes are waiting to be enjoyed.

Many people have heard of a mug cake or even those two-ingredient cake recipes. Even some baking shows have seen professional bakers use the microwave as a quick, easy way to bake. Although this shortcut might not produce the exact same result as cooking in an oven, it is a way to gain some baking confidence.

In addition, mug cookie recipes allow people to be more thoughtful about portion control. Instead of having to make a whole batch of cookies, this single serve idea helps to satisfy a craving without being tempted to have a whole other plate of cookies waiting to be eaten.

Ready to try some mug cookie recipes?

With most mug cookie recipes, it is simplifying a recipe down to a single serve option. While all recipes vary, a little experimentation can help to perfect the process. Then again, following a couple tried and true recipes first can put the home baker on a successful path.

Although the idea of a healthy cookie might be an oxymoron, Optimum Nutrition has developed a recipe that creates that warm, gooey cookie with a little less guilt. Made with whey protein, bananas and other ingredients, it isn’t necessarily a healthy cookie but it is one that may not have you earning top billing on the naughty list.

Here’s how to make Optimum Nutrition Gimmie S’more Mug Cookie

Ingredients:

• ¾ scoop (24g) Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey, vanilla ice cream flavor
• ½ medium (59g) banana
• ¼ cup (26g) graham cracker crumbs
• 5 miniature marshmallows
• ½ tablespoon (7g) “Nestle Toll House” semi-sweet chocolate mini morsels

Directions:

• Mash banana in a medium bowl until it forms a smooth paste.
• Add graham cracker crumbs, protein powder, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips to bowl and mix to combine.
• Transfer dough to a microwave safe mug or ramekin. Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds
• Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired (macros not included), and consume while the cookie is still warm!

Cookie Tip:

When heating this cookie, it is best not to microwave over 40 seconds. The mug will keep the heat and ensure that the cookie has a soft center and slightly gooey.

Recently, Milano Cookies shared its take on cookie mug recipes. While this version turns more into a cake, it is a great way to use that extra package of Milano Cookies in the pantry.

While this recipe uses the Milano Cookies pumpkin spice flavor, it could easily be adapted to any flavor. From a chocolate mint to Caramel Macchiato Milano, there possibilities are many.

Here how to make a Pumpkin Spice Milano Mug Cake

Ingredients

• 6 Pepperidge Farm Pumpkin Spice Milano Cookies
• 3 tablespoons pumpkin spice creamer, pumpkin spice latte, or milk

Directions

• Place Milano cookies in a mug and crush them into coarse crumbs using a fork.
• Add pumpkin spice creamer, pumpkin spice latte or milk and stir until a batter forms, let sit for 30 seconds.
• Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute and 30 seconds. Remove, let cool for at least 2 minutes. Top with whipped cream, cream cheese frosting, and/or caramel sauce if desired.

Tip:

When making this recipe, the times can vary. Use 10 second increments to impact the gooey factor. The longer the cake cooks, the less gooey it will be.

What do you think of the mug cookie recipes? Ready to get baking in the microwave?