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    Low Carb Gluten Free Chocolate Mug Cake

    Jan 20, 2021 · 8 Comments

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    This easy low carb gluten free chocolate mug cake recipe is made in the microwave. It uses almond flour and cocoa powder to make a rich chocolate dessert that's perfect for a Keto diet. This recipe makes a single serving, which is great if you are having a chocolate craving and want a little treat.

    two white coffee cups of low carb gluten free chocolate mug cake with coarse sea salt sprinkled on top

    If you're looking for more low carb or keto recipes try my Low Carb Air Fryer Turkey Sandwich, my Low Carb Hot Cocoa, my Gluten Free Instant Pot Pizza Soup or my Gluten Free Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy.

    You can find all of my cake recipes here: Gluten Free Cake Recipes

    two white coffee cups of low carb gluten free chocolate mug cake with sea salt and plain greek yogurt on top
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    Ingredients

    Almond Flour
    Chocolate Protein Powder
    Cocoa Powder
    Low Carb Sweetener
    Baking Powder
    Baking Soda
    Sea Salt
    Almond Milk
    Coconut Oil
    Vanilla Extract
    Egg

    Instructions

    In a coffee cup mix the almond flour, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, Pyure sweetener, baking powder, baking soda and salt together until all the dry ingredients are combined.

    Add the almond milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract and egg to the dry ingredients and mix together until you get a cake batter consistency.

    Microwave for 60 seconds watching to make sure the cake doesn't overflow your mug. Then microwave for another 30 seconds to finish cooking your cake. 

    Be careful removing the mug cake from the microwave as the handle of the mug might be hot!

    The cake will rise to the top of the mug and then slowly deflate back down after you take it out of the microwave. 

    Supplies

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I have chocolate on a Keto diet?

    Yes! Be sure you are using dark chocolate that is 70% or more cocoa solids. You will want to check the label for added sugar for each type of chocolate you try. They aren't all the same.

    One of my favorite way to eating chocolate on a Keto diet is to make my own dessert. This gives me control over the quality of cocoa powder I'm using and the type of sugar I use. It also means I can make my dessert without soy, which I've found included in a lot of the chocolate bars.

    Can I replace cocoa powder with baking chocolate in recipes?

    No. They are not a one-to-one replacement option for recipes. Cocoa powder is made with little to no cocoa butter in it. While baking chocolate has both cocoa solids and cocoa butter.

    If you need to make a substitution to use ingredients you have on hand you can use one ounce of unsweetened baking chocolate for 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder. For this recipe I would omit the extra coconut oil if you decide to use baking chocolate. You will want to melt the baking chocolate before mixing it into the cake batter in your mug.

    More Recipes You Might Enjoy

    • Low Carb Air Fryer Turkey Sandwich
    • Low Carb Hot Cocoa
    • Gluten Free Instant Pot Pizza Soup
    • Gluten Free Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy

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    Low Carb Gluten Free Chocolate Mug Cake


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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 6 minutes
    • Yield: 1 mug cake 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    This easy low carb gluten free chocolate mug cake recipe is made in the microwave. It uses almond flour and cocoa powder to make a rich chocolate dessert that's perfect for a Keto diet.


    Ingredients

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    4 Tbsp. Almond Flour
    2 Tbsp. Chocolate Protein Powder
    1 Tbsp. Cocoa Powder
    1 tsp. Low Carb Sweetener
    ¼ tsp. Baking Powder
    ¼ tsp. Baking Soda
    ⅛ tsp. Sea Salt
    3 Tbsp. Almond Milk
    1 Tbsp. Coconut Oil, melted
    1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
    1 large Egg


    Instructions

    In a coffee cup mix the almond flour, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, Pyure sweetener, baking powder, baking soda and salt together until all the dry ingredients are combined.

    Add the almond milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract and egg to the dry ingredients and mix together until you get a cake batter consistency.

    Microwave for 60 seconds watching to make sure the cake doesn't overflow your mug. Then microwave for another 30 seconds to finish cooking your cake. 

    Be careful removing the mug cake from the microwave as the handle of the mug might be hot!

    The cake will rise to the top of the mug and then slowly deflate back down after you take it out of the microwave. 

    I let the cake cool slightly and then serve as is or with a dollop of plain greek yogurt or some coarse sea salt on top.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
    • Category: Cake, Dessert
    • Method: Microwave
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

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    Top Tip

    Please keep in mind that every microwave seems to be different. I cook my mug cakes in 30 second increments so that it doesn't boil over the coffee cup or burn. The cake will rise to the edge of the coffee cup like a regular cake rises in the pan and then sink back down as it cools.

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    1. Elly says

      January 28, 2021 at 12:52 pm

      Omg yesssss I need this! Perfect for a quick dessert when I want something special 🙂

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      • smallfarmbiglife says

        January 28, 2021 at 12:59 pm

        Thanks Elly! Yes, it's so perfect for a quick chocolate dessert. ~Elaine

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      • smallfarmbiglife says

        January 30, 2021 at 3:32 pm

        Hi Elly! Yes, this recipe is so perfect for a single serving, chocolate dessert. Enjoy! ~Elaine

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    2. Shannon says

      January 28, 2021 at 2:54 pm

      This was super yummy! I love having a little chocolatey dessert all to myself. I did swap in a little bit of regular sugar since I didn't have pyure sweetener and extra cocoa powder because I didn't have protein powder and it was great! Thank you for such a tasty recipe!

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    3. Daniela says

      January 28, 2021 at 5:30 pm

      I still can't get over the texture of this mug cake - SO good. Loved having a sweet treat that came together in a pinch. Highly Recommend!

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      • smallfarmbiglife says

        January 30, 2021 at 3:24 pm

        Hi Daniela! Thank you much. I'm so glad you enjoyed the mug cake. ~Elaine

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    4. whonomstheworld says

      January 30, 2021 at 9:22 am

      You did a stunning job with the photos but even more so, this recipe is quick, easy and absolutely divine!

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      • smallfarmbiglife says

        January 30, 2021 at 3:23 pm

        Hi Peter! Thank you so much. Enjoy! ~Elaine

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