Best Chocolate Mug Cake

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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.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 ounce unsweetened baking chocolate bar by baker's
4 tablespoon the ultimate icing sugar replacement by swerve
½ teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoon almond flour
1 teaspoon 100% cocoa special dark by hershey's
1 large raw egg
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

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.
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.
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!
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.