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prep time

5 min
cook time

1 min
ready time

6 min

Best Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

258 ratings

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.

Net Carbs

5.2 g
Fiber

7.9 g
Total Carbs

49.2 g
Protein

13.7 g
Fats

38.2 g

433 cals

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Butter

1 tablespoon
Unsweetened Baking Chocolate Bar by Baker's

1 ounce
The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve

4 tablespoon
Baking Powder

½ teaspoon
Almond Flour

2 tablespoon
100% Cocoa Special Dark by Hershey's

1 teaspoon
Raw Egg

1 large
Vanilla Extract

¼ teaspoon

Step 1

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.
Step 2

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.
Step 3

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!
Step 4

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.

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Comments 31

Nursebecky2006 3 months ago

OMG I miss the chocolate lava cakes from Jack in the box and this suffices!!! delicious!! I used coconut flour instead

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AwesomeMacadamia228618 5 months ago

Yum! I did not add extra sweetener and used Lilly’s dark chocolate, it was not too sweet.

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MarvellousMacadamia550433 6 months ago

Wonderful dessert! Think I would use a little less sweetner next time! Definitely would try again.

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MirthfulMacadamia118611 8 months ago

Absolutely beautiful! Definitely on my go to list! 😃 I used coconut flour instead of almond! 😃

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s.aina.f.k. 9 months ago

absolutely amazing!!

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PropitiousMacadamia910351 a year ago

Tasted amazing! Was a bit too sweet though when i used Lankato erithritol, so next time I’ll use a bit less sweetener.

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BeccaJade24 a year ago

Perfect for my craving today!

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SplendidAvocado800614 a year ago

A good chocolate fix, served it with real whipped cream on top.

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KetoPotato90 a year ago

I LOOVE this❤️ i make this very often and because it can be a bit dry, i put some unsweetened almond milk over it. Or heavy cream😬

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- s.aina.f.k. 9 months ago
  
  u might be over cooking it if it’s dry!
  
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Cmbr1109 a year ago

Can it be possible… a bit too much chocolate for me. May try closer to holidays when chocolate cravings are big.

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candiknell40ca a year ago

Amazing!! Total game changer.. the best one I have tasted

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AwesomeKale662776 a year ago

OMG.... Just perfect

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Sue a year ago

Yum delicious

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IneffableKetone249934 2 years ago

This was heavenly! I used half the sugar and I use monk fruit! I Put a little whipped cream on it after it cooled a bit. My kids even loved it and wanted one too.

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- FortuitousKale597482 a year ago
  
  There is no added sugar. Did u substitute cocoa for monk fruit???.??
  
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verowero 2 years ago

Oh. My. God. Thanks baby Jesus. This is better than regular chocolate cake. I under baked it just a bit and Lordy lord.

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Elissamarie1971 2 years ago

Rich and Decadent. Made exactly as the recipe states (see note below about using sweeteners). It is very important to not over cook - it should still look like it is not cooked, but be firm with a spoon, otherwise it will be dry and inedible! For those saying it is too sweet, try using two different types of sweetener. When using sugar alternatives, it always helps to use at least two, as they are all a bit different, and the off-tastes that each have will counter act one another leaving a perfect balance of sweet without any after taste or strange mouthfeel. I used allulose and erythritol here. For us, it was exactly like a lava cake! Definitely a very large serving; my husband and I both agreed next time we can share one. Thank you for the recipe!

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artist565656@yahoo.com 2 years ago

Dry not good to me

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- FortuitousKale597482 a year ago
  
  If he might have over cooked it how do you tell? The toothpick test?
  
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- Shopper4976 2 years ago
  
  It depends on the strength of the microwave. You might of over cooked.
  
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ExcellentKetone874580 2 years ago

My microwave was suddenly not working. Melted the butter and chocolate in sauce pain. Mixed all ingredients plus a tablespoon of heavy whipping cream. Baked at 350 for 20 min. It was actually better than microwaved!

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- FantasticAvocado472800 10 months ago
  
  Thank you. I do not use a microwave, so this was very helpful.
  
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Katim8768 2 years ago

I only did 2Tbsp of swerve. So yummy!

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StupendousCauliflower952778 2 years ago

Easy, rich but delicious

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Petra Maiwald 2 years ago

Easy to make and delicious ❤️❤️

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UnbelievableAvocado555528 2 years ago

Gross. Waaaay too sweet. 🤢 Bottom was uncooked. I used coconut flour in place of almond flour .. don't know how to make less sweet and stil have a good consistency.

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- Shopper4976 2 years ago
  
  Can't use a 1:1 ratio when substituting coconut flour for almond flour. https://www.paleoplan.com/2014/03-25/substitute-coconut-flour-almond-flour/
  
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- GorgeousAvocado2000 2 years ago
  
  I added less sweetner and extra flour to get the same consistency. Also for the uncooked part try using shorter containers with a bigger diameter. It helps distribute the heat and cook evenly
  
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Red fox 69 2 years ago

I made this a bit dry used a table spoon less of,sweetener toped with mascarpone. Only ate 2/3

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Rachinikul 2 years ago

I have made this menu for birthday cake. It was too sweet. My toung was burn from the sweetness.

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Best Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

Is Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Keto Friendly?

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