Chocolate Mug Cake
A warm, gooey single-serving chocolate cake in 90 seconds. The keto dessert for when you need a treat right now.
- Prep3 min
- Cook2 min
- Serves1

Almond flour, cocoa and one egg cook into a moist, fudgy little cake in the microwave. Top with whipped cream and you have dessert in under 5 minutes.
Nutrition per serving (estimated)
Method
- Whisk the dry ingredients in a large microwave-safe mug. Add the egg, butter, cream and vanilla and stir until smooth.
- Microwave 60 to 90 seconds, until risen and set at the edges but still a little gooey in the center.
- Let stand 1 minute. Top with whipped cream or berries.
Chef’s notes
- Microwaves vary. Start with 60 seconds and add 10 at a time.
- Do not overcook or it turns dry and rubbery.
Nutrition is a calculated estimate per serving using standard ingredient data; brands and portions vary. Net carbs = total carbohydrates − fiber. Not medical advice. See our health disclaimer.
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