Description
Satisfy your late-night cravings with this effortless, high-protein almond butter mug cake. Perfectly portioned for one, this recipe uses creamy almond butter and a touch of sweetness to create a moist, cake-like texture in just over a minute. It is a flourless, family-friendly treat that requires minimal cleanup and uses simple, wholesome ingredients to provide a delicious dessert experience without the long wait of traditional baking.
Ingredients
2 1/2 tbsp creamy natural almond butter
1 tbsp + 1 tsp Swerve granular sweetener (or erythritol/monk fruit)
1 large egg (room temperature)
1 1/2 tbsp stevia-sweetened chocolate chips
Instructions
Combine the almond butter, granular sweetener, and egg in a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug.
Whisk the mixture thoroughly with a small fork or whisk until the egg is fully integrated and the batter is smooth.
Fold in 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips into the batter.
Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top of the batter.
Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 1 minute and 10 seconds.
Notes
Ensure your almond butter is smooth and drippy for the best batter consistency. Use room temperature eggs for easier mixing. The mug cake is best enjoyed immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 2
- Category: Baking
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Modern Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 185mg