This is chocolate mug cake — moist, fudgy, and ready in minutes. This high-protein, low-carb version is an easy single-serve dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Rich chocolate flavor and soft texture exactly like your photo
- High protein from protein powder
- Ready in under 5 minutes
- Sugar-free, keto-friendly, and satisfying
- Perfect for a quick treat
Ingredients (1 serving)
- 3 tbsp (20g) almond flour
- 2 tbsp (15g) chocolate whey protein powder
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp allulose or powdered monk fruit sweetener
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: sugar-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, mix almond flour, protein powder, cocoa, sweetener, baking powder, and salt.
- Add egg, almond milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until smooth. Add chocolate chips if using.
- Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds until set (center should be slightly soft).
- Let cool 1 minute and enjoy!
Prep Time: 2 minutes Cook Time: 1–1.5 minutes Total Time: 3–4 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~280
- Protein: 18g (high)
- Total Carbs: 8g
- Net Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 20g
