Make a Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug the next time you’re in the mood for a cookie but don’t feel like whipping up a big batch! These tender, chocolatey gluten free cookies will satisfy any cookie craving without a lot of effort.
Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Chip Mug Cookie
These small batch chocolate chip cookies in a mug (or, ramekin) are adorable and exactly right for a small, sweet bite. They need just 5 minutes of prep time and are so soft and delectable. Here’s why you’ll love this recipe:
- An easy gluten-free recipe. You can make the oat flour needed for this recipe yourself in your blender or food processor or you can pick up a package at the store. Look for the certified gluten-free label on the oats if you are very sensitive to gluten.
- Just the right amount. When you want a freshly baked cookie but don’t need two dozen, this is just the recipe you’ll need. It gives you that cookie hit without being overwhelming.
- That chocolate chip cookie taste. We all know the familiar taste of chocolate chip cookies, and these gluten free cookies have it! No need to invest the time and ingredients in 2 dozen cookies, these cute cookies are just enough.
Recipe Ingredients
I’ve outlined the ingredients for this chocolate chip mug cookie below. Don’t forget to scroll to the recipe card at the end of this post for the full ingredient amounts.
- Butter: I like unsalted butter, but salted butter is fine to use as well.
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar: Light or dark brown sugar is fine.
- Egg: Use a large egg for these cookies.
- Vanilla: Pure vanilla extract gives the best flavor.
- Salt
- Baking Powder
- Almond Meal: You can use almond flour or almond meal.
- Oat Flour: Choose certified gluten-free oat flour if needed, or make your own.
- Semisweet Chocolate Chips