Best Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

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  • prep time

    prep time

    5 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    1 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    6 min

Best Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

264 ratings

If you need a quick fix for low carb chocolate cake, you have come to the right place. This Keto chocolate mug cake recipe is super quick and easy to prepare and bake. The batter can be quickly beaten in a coffee mug and microwaved for just 1 minute. No dirtying any extra dishes and it is oh, so chocolatey and good.

Is Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Keto Friendly?

Chocolate in its typical candy bar form is often laden with sugar and not approved for a Keto diet. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the flavor of chocolate whilst maintaining a low carb diet. To create the best Keto chocolate mug cake recipe, we have used unsweetened baking chocolate and just a hint of 100% cocoa powder. Combined with low carb sweetener, this creates all the decadence and richness of a chocolate dessert without the refined sugars.

Tips for Crafting the Ultimate Mug Cake

We have opted for almond flour to create our Keto mug cake recipe. Once combined with the remaining ingredients, you have the perfect mug cake batter. Of course, the success of any cake is in the baking and retaining a soft and moist sponge. In order to achieve the perfect sponge, the cooking time is crucial. Microwave for no more than 50-60 seconds to ensure a soft and moist cake.

  • Net Carbs

    5.2 g

  • Fiber

    7.9 g

  • Total Carbs

    49.2 g

  • Protein

    13.7 g

  • Fats

    38.2 g

433 cals

Best Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

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Ingredients

  • Butter

    Butter

    1 tablespoon

  • Unsweetened Baking Chocolate Bar by Baker's

    Unsweetened Baking Chocolate Bar by Baker's

    1 ounce

  • The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve

    The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve

    4 tablespoon

  • Baking Powder

    Baking Powder

    ½ teaspoon

  • Almond Flour

    Almond Flour

    2 tablespoon

  • 100% Cocoa Special Dark by Hershey's

    100% Cocoa Special Dark by Hershey's

    1 teaspoon

  • Raw Egg

    Raw Egg

    1 large

  • Vanilla Extract

    Vanilla Extract

    ¼ teaspoon

Recipe Steps

steps 4

6 min

  • Step 1

    Start by selecting a tall coffee mug. Break the chocolate into chunks and add to the mug along with the butter. Microwave for 30 seconds or until completely melted. Stir together to combine.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Add the sweetener, baking powder, almond flour, cocoa powder and a pinch of salt to the mug. Beat the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Crack the egg into the mug and add the vanilla extract. Beat together until well combined.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Transfer to the microwave and cook for 50-60 seconds. Be sure not to overcook the cake because it will become dry quickly. The cake will puff considerably, do not be alarmed!
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Once your Keto chocolate mug cake is cooked you can allow it to cool a little before serving. Why not try topping with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder. If you are feeling extra indulgent, serve with a scoop of your favorite Keto ice cream.
    Step 4

Comments 27

  • ExcellentKale370190

    ExcellentKale370190 2 months ago

    Love it!

    • LIESL VERZAL

      LIESL VERZAL 8 months ago

      Loved it!

      • StellarKetone689654

        StellarKetone689654 10 months ago

        Really delicious, I reduced the sugar sweetener in this to two tablespoons and added about a tablespoon of no sugar chocolate spread. This was honestly so good! It satisfies my chocolate and sweet craving and I like that it's just one serving.

        • IneffableKetone435609

          IneffableKetone435609 10 months ago

          My to-go treat for weekend's mornings!

          • FantasticRadish462617

            FantasticRadish462617 a year ago

            Super Awesome Chocolate flavor. I used 40 gms of the powdered sweetener and it was fine. Hard to believe it is healthy to eat ;D Another keeper!

            • Jmaxwellstk

              Jmaxwellstk a year ago

              I use coconut flour and one half teaspoon of instant espresso coffee to kick up the chocolate flavor.

              • FavorableKale248239

                FavorableKale248239 a month ago

                How much coconut flour did you use?

            • Darcy A

              Darcy A a year ago

              So good and chocolatey. I used half of the amount of sweetener, 5 grams of Lily’s dark chocolate chips, and a little Rebel vanilla ice cream on top. What a perfect non-guilty treat!

              • Amareli

                Amareli a year ago

                So yummy 😋. I also adden walnuts.

                • Nursebecky2006

                  Nursebecky2006 a year ago

                  OMG I miss the chocolate lava cakes from Jack in the box and this suffices!!! delicious!! I used coconut flour instead

                  • FavorableKale248239

                    FavorableKale248239 a month ago

                    How much coconut for did you use?

                • AwesomeMacadamia228618

                  AwesomeMacadamia228618 2 years ago

                  Yum! I did not add extra sweetener and used Lilly’s dark chocolate, it was not too sweet.

                  • MarvellousMacadamia550433

                    MarvellousMacadamia550433 2 years ago

                    Wonderful dessert! Think I would use a little less sweetner next time! Definitely would try again.

                    • MirthfulMacadamia118611

                      MirthfulMacadamia118611 2 years ago

                      Absolutely beautiful! Definitely on my go to list! 😃 I used coconut flour instead of almond! 😃

                      • s.aina.f.k.

                        s.aina.f.k. 2 years ago

                        absolutely amazing!!

                        • PropitiousMacadamia910351

                          PropitiousMacadamia910351 2 years ago

                          Tasted amazing! Was a bit too sweet though when i used Lankato erithritol, so next time I’ll use a bit less sweetener.

                          • BeccaJade24

                            BeccaJade24 2 years ago

                            Perfect for my craving today!

                            • SplendidAvocado800614

                              SplendidAvocado800614 2 years ago

                              A good chocolate fix, served it with real whipped cream on top.

                              • KetoPotato90

                                KetoPotato90 2 years ago

                                I LOOVE this❤️ i make this very often and because it can be a bit dry, i put some unsweetened almond milk over it. Or heavy cream😬

                                • s.aina.f.k.

                                  s.aina.f.k. 2 years ago

                                  u might be over cooking it if it’s dry!

                              • Cmbr1109

                                Cmbr1109 2 years ago

                                Can it be possible… a bit too much chocolate for me. May try closer to holidays when chocolate cravings are big.

                                • candiknell40ca

                                  candiknell40ca 2 years ago

                                  Amazing!! Total game changer.. the best one I have tasted

                                  • AwesomeKale662776

                                    AwesomeKale662776 3 years ago

                                    OMG.... Just perfect

                                    • Sue

                                      Sue 3 years ago

                                      Yum delicious

                                      • IneffableKetone249934

                                        IneffableKetone249934 3 years ago

                                        This was heavenly! I used half the sugar and I use monk fruit! I Put a little whipped cream on it after it cooled a bit. My kids even loved it and wanted one too.

                                        • FortuitousKale597482

                                          FortuitousKale597482 2 years ago

                                          There is no added sugar. Did u substitute cocoa for monk fruit???.??

                                      • verowero

                                        verowero 3 years ago

                                        Oh. My. God. Thanks baby Jesus. This is better than regular chocolate cake. I under baked it just a bit and Lordy lord.