Description
A quick, low-carb mug cake with a soft, moist crumb, rich vanilla-almond notes, and decadent melted chocolate chips.
Ingredients
Scale
Mug Cake Batter
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/2 tablespoons fine almond flour
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon granulated monk fruit/erythritol blend
- 2 teaspoons ground flaxseed
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
Mix-Ins
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon sugar-free chocolate chips (divided)
Instructions
- Select a tall, microwave-safe coffee mug (at least 10-12 oz capacity to prevent overflow). Add the egg, avocado oil, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Whisk thoroughly with a fork directly in the mug until smooth.
- To the same mug, add the almond flour, granulated sweetener, ground flaxseed, baking powder, and salt. Stir with the fork until just combined, ensuring no dry pockets remain at the bottom.
- Gently fold in 1 tablespoon of the sugar-free chocolate chips.
- Let the batter rest for 60 seconds. This allows the flax and almond flour to hydrate, improving the cake’s final texture.
Microwave according to your microwave’s power.
- 1000W: 55–70 seconds
- 800–900W: 70–90 seconds
- 700W: 90–110 seconds The cake is done when the top is set and springs back lightly, or when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Carefully remove the hot mug. Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of chocolate chips on top (they will melt from the residual heat). Let the cake cool for at least one minute before enjoying.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (entire mug): Calories: 397 kcal | Total Fat: 36.5 g (Saturated Fat: 6.5 g) | Total Carbs: 12.6 g (Fiber: 6.5 g, Sugars: 1.3 g, Net Carbs: 6.1 g) | Protein: 12.2 g | Sodium: 392 mg
These values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation.
Nutrition
- Calories: 397
