Healthy Mug Cake
A quick and indulgent mug cake that satisfies sweet cravings without compromising health. Ready in under two minutes!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 3 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons milk (coconut milk recommended)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup almond flour (or gluten-free baking flour)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon dark chocolate chips, plus more for topping
Instructions
- Whisk together the egg, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract in a 10-12 oz microwave-safe mug.
- Add the almond flour, cocoa powder, sea salt, and chocolate chips, and fold until smooth.
- Microwave on HIGH for 90 seconds. Check texture; it should spring back when pressed.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top and cool for 1-2 minutes. Optionally, top with powdered sugar, fresh berries, or ice cream before enjoying.
Notes
For sugar-free alternatives, consider using stevia, monk fruit, or allulose instead of maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://www.glutenfreez.com/mug-cake/