Guilt-Free Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe Ready in 2 Minutes

Craving dessert but want to stick to your health goals? This guilt-free chocolate mug cake is rich, moist, and satisfying—all without the excess sugar or refined flour. It takes only two minutes to make, making it perfect for a quick fix that fits into a low-carb or high-protein lifestyle.

Ingredients (Serves 1)

• 2 tablespoons almond flour/coconut flour

• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (unsweetened)

• 1 tablespoon sweetner

• 1 tablespoon unsweetened Greek yogurt or hung curd

• 1 tablespoon unsweetened almond milk (or any low-carb milk)

• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

• Optional: 1 square of dark chocolate (85% or more), chopped

• Optional: Chopped nuts or sugar-free chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Mix the dry ingredients

• In a microwave-safe mug, add almond flour, cocoa powder, sweetener, baking powder, and salt

• Stir well to combine all dry ingredients evenly

2. Add the wet ingredients

• Add Greek yogurt, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the mug

• Mix until a smooth batter forms with no lumps

• Stir in chopped dark chocolate or nuts if using

3. Microwave the cake

• Microwave the mug on high for 60 to 90 seconds

• The cake should rise and set, but remain moist inside

• Do not overcook, as the cake can become dry quickly

4. Serve and enjoy

• Let it cool for a minute or two before eating

• Enjoy directly from the mug or transfer to a plate if desired

• Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt, nut butter, or a few berries for extra flavor

Tips

• Use a wide mug to prevent overflow during microwaving

• Adjust sweetness to taste depending on your preferred sweetener

• For a vegan version, replace yogurt with unsweetened plant-based yogurt

• If using protein powder, substitute 1 tablespoon of almond flour with 1 tablespoon unflavored or chocolate protein powder

• The cake will continue to cook slightly after microwaving, so avoid overcooking initially

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I bake this in the oven instead of the microwave?
Yes, you can bake it in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes in an oven-safe ramekin.

2. Is almond flour necessary?
Almond flour keeps the recipe low in carbs and gluten-free. Coconut flour can be used, but in a reduced quantity due to its high absorbency.

3. How do I make this cake more protein-rich?
Add a scoop of unflavored or chocolate protein powder and reduce the almond flour slightly to maintain the consistency.

4. Can I prep this ahead of time?
You can mix the dry ingredients in advance and store them in small containers. Just add wet ingredients when ready to cook.

5. Why did my mug cake turn out dry?
It may have been overcooked. Microwave ovens vary in power, so try cooking in 15-second intervals after the first minute until just set.