Description
A quick and easy, keto-friendly mug cake made with just 3 ingredients, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without compromising your diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons almond flour
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 large egg
- Optional add-ins:
- 1–2 tablespoons of granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 5–7 sugar-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Choose a microwave-safe mug that’s large enough to allow the cake to rise without overflowing. A 12-16 oz mug works perfectly. There’s no need to grease it as the cake will release easily.
- Add the almond flour and cocoa powder to your mug. If using any optional dry ingredients like sweetener, baking powder, or salt, add them now. Use a fork to whisk them together until well combined with no cocoa powder lumps remaining.
- Crack the egg directly into the mug with your dry ingredients. If using optional liquid ingredients like vanilla extract or heavy cream, add them now. Mix everything together until you have a smooth, consistent batter. Make sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the mug to incorporate all the dry ingredients.
- If you’re adding chocolate chips or any other mix-ins, gently fold them into the batter now. You can reserve a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
- Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high power for 45-70 seconds. Start checking at 45 seconds, as microwave powers vary significantly. The cake is done when it has risen and the top appears set but still looks slightly moist. Be careful not to overcook, as this will make the cake dry and rubbery.
- Allow the mug cake to rest for about 30 seconds before enjoying. The cake will continue to cook slightly from residual heat and will set up a bit more during this time. Enjoy straight from the mug while still warm!
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
- Check your cake at 45 seconds, then add additional 10-second intervals as needed.
- A tablespoon of heavy cream or even a teaspoon of coconut oil can improve the texture dramatically.
- Let the mug cake rest for 30 seconds to allow it to set properly.
- Enjoy the mug cake fresh, but you can prepare the dry mix in advance for convenience.
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: N/A
Keywords: keto mug cake, low carb dessert, easy keto recipe, three ingredient dessert, quick keto sweet treat