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Vanilla-Almond Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

A quick, diabetes-friendly mug cake with a soft, moist crumb, rich vanilla-almond notes, and decadent melted chocolate chips.
Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert, Mug Cake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 397

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Gently fold in 1 tablespoon of the sugar-free chocolate chips.
  4. 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.
  1. 1000W: 55–70 seconds
  2. 800–900W: 70–90 seconds
  3. 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.
  4. 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

Recipe Notes
  • Chocolate Chips: For a truly blood-sugar-friendly recipe, be sure to use sugar-free chocolate chips that are sweetened with stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol. Avoid chips sweetened with maltitol, as it can still impact blood sugar for some individuals.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving - Entire Mug)
Calories: 397 kcal Total Fat: 36.5 g Saturated Fat: 6.5 g Sodium: 392 mg Total Carbohydrates: 12.6 g Dietary Fiber: 6.5 g Net Carbohydrates: 6.1 g Total Sugars: 1.3 g Protein: 12.2 g
Disclaimer: Values are estimates based on standard USDA data; actuals vary by brands and methods. Net Carbs = Total Carbs - Fiber.