Chocolate Mug Cake (Keto, Sugar-Free)

Certainly! Here’s a quick and easy recipe for a keto almond flour chocolate mug cake that you can make in minutes:

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 1 tablespoon keto-friendly sweetener, adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Sugar-free chocolate chips (optional, for extra indulgence)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Mug: Lightly grease a microwave-safe mug with butter or oil.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In the mug, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, sweetener, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add melted butter (or coconut oil), heavy cream (or coconut cream), egg, and vanilla extract to the mug. Stir until smooth and thoroughly combined.
  4. Optional: Stir in a few sugar-free chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
  5. Microwave: Microwave on high for about 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave’s wattage. Start with 1 minute 30 seconds and check for doneness (the cake should rise and be firm to the touch).
  6. Cool: Let the mug cake cool for a minute or two. Optionally, sprinkle some powdered erythritol on top or add a dollop of whipped cream.
  7. Serve: Enjoy your keto almond flour chocolate mug cake straight from the mug!

This recipe makes a single serving. It’s rich, chocolatey, and satisfies your craving for something sweet while staying low-carb and keto-friendly.