A quick mug cake you can make in just a minute. It’s chocolatey, and rich yet has no added sugar, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan (if using a coconut cream topping).

A tasty chocolate treat for one, with no sugars, gluten-free and dairy-free?  Yes, please!

It’s always good to have a little indulgence from time to time, especially when it’s something made from whole ingredients.  This rich and addictive Mug Cake needs to be enjoyed alone!

A heavenly chocolate mug cake will always bring a smile.  It’s perfectly portioned for one serving, so no need to share.

Mug cakes can be made in minutes, so if you fancy something oozing and warming from your favorite mug, move over coffee!  We have some serious chocolatey goodness to enjoy.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Cocoa powder (2 tbsp) – A high-quality brand with no added sweeteners is the best option here.  It will bring you a rich chocolate flavor that your mug cake will love you for.

Oat flour (3 tbsp) – If you need to avoid gluten, make sure your variety is certified as gluten-free just to be sure.  Did you know you can make your own oat flour? Just whizz up some old-fashioned oats.

Cinnamon (1/4 tsp) – This spice adds a sparkle to many sweet recipes. If you don’t have any to hand, though, you could omit it.

Salt (1/8 tsp) – Needed to balance the richness of the cocoa and to bring out the flavors! Use either sea salt or table salt here.

Erythritol (1 tbsp) – This natural sweetener has less impact on your blood sugar than processed sugars. 

You could replace it with monk fruit or stevia but be sure to check the packages for conversion as these natural sweeteners have varying sweetness.

Baking powder (1/4 tsp) – This will give the rise the mug cake needs as there are no eggs in this recipe.  Baking soda won’t give quite the same results.

Coconut oil (1 tbsp) – Unrefined, cold-pressed, organic virgin coconut oil is the best, so source a brand like this if you can.

Almond milk (3 tbsp) – You could use oat milk or different nut milk here if you like; just make sure it’s an unsweetened variety.

Vanilla extract (1/2 tsp) – This delicious taste is delivered best from pure extract and not the essence, so try and always buy that.

Toppings

Whipped cream – You could use the well-known squirty bottle variety here.  It’s quick and accessible, so when you need a mug cake topping, it’s good to grab!

Cocoa nibs – These crunchy, nutty, and deep chocolate nibs are perfect for a topping.  You could use dark chocolate chips or a dusting of extra cocoa power, though, if you would rather.

How to Make 1-Minute Microwave Mug Cake

Step 1. Combine the cocoa powder, oat flour, cinnamon, salt, erythritol, and baking powder in a small bowl.

Step 2. Add the coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract, and mix well until you have a smooth batter.

Step 3. Transfer the mug cake batter to a ramekin or a coffee mug that is suitable for the microwave.  Give the ramekin a good rub with a bit of extra coconut oil if you like to make sure it doesn’t stick.

Step 4. Heat the mug or ramekin in a microwave that has been set to its highest heat and cooked for 30-40 seconds.  Be careful you don’t overcook it as this mug cake is delicious with a gooey center.

Heat for further 20 second increments if needed.

Step 5. Leave to cool for 2-3 minutes and then top with whipped cream and cocoa nibs.

What Other Flour Could I Use?

If you aren’t avoiding gluten, you could just switch to regular flour and use the same quantity.  Coconut flour and almond flour are wonderful options if you are following a gluten-free or low-carb diet.

You can just substitute with the same amount of almond flour, but you will need less if you use coconut flour.

This is far more absorbent so just use 1 tbsp and add a little more coconut oil if it does appear a little dry still.

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