Sometimes a chocolate craving hits and you need something fast. This chocolate mug cake is perfect for such moments. The fact that it’s keto makes it even better. The whole thing is made right in a mug and there is no sharing involved! It will come together faster than your oven could preheat.
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Editor’s Note: The introduction to this recipe was updated on January 22, 2021 to include more information about the dish.
Keto Chocolate Mug Cake
Sometimes a chocolate craving hits and you need something fast. This chocolate mug cake is perfect for such moments. The fact that it's keto makes it even better. The whole thing is made right in a mug and there is no sharing involved! It will come together faster than your oven could preheat.
Equipment
- Microwave
- Large Mug
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼ c almond flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 large egg beaten
- 2 tbsp keto friendly chocolate chips such as Lily's
- 2 tbsp granulated Swerve
- ½ tsp baking powder
- pinch kosher salt
- ¼ c whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Place 2 tbsp butter in a microwave-safe mug and heat until melted, 30 seconds.2 tbsp butter
- Add remaining ingredients except whipped cream and stir until fully combined.¼ c almond flour, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, 1 large egg, 2 tbsp keto friendly chocolate chips, 2 tbsp granulated Swerve, ½ tsp baking powder, pinch kosher salt
- Cook for 45 seconds to 1 minute, or until cake is set but still fudgy.
- Top with ¼ c whipped cream to serve.¼ c whipped cream
Notes
Nutrition (per serving)
- 470 calories
- 15 g protein
- 13 g carbohydrates
- 7 g fiber
- 1 g sugar
- 44 g fat
- 18 g saturated fat
- 530 mg sodium