Lighter Chocolate Mug Cake
If you're craving chocolate cake but aren't up for making a whole cake, then this Vegan/GF Lighter Chocolate Mug Cake is the recipe for you!
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 467kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp. ground flaxseeds + 1 Tbsp. water
- 3 Tbsp. garbanzo bean flour (or regular all-purpose flour) (23 g)
- 1 Tbsp. cocoa powder (5 g)
- 2 Tbsp. coconut sugar, regular granulated sugar, OR 3-4 packets of monk fruit
- 1/4 tsp. baking soda
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- 2 Tbsp. semi-sweet chocolate chips (30 g) divided
- 1 Tbsp. creamy almond OR mixed nut / seed butter, the runnier the better!
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp. cashew, almond or soy milk (45 ml)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and water and set it aside for now.
- Then, find a microwave safe mug that holds at least 12 oz. of liquid. FYI - this is the standard coffee mug size, so chances are you have plenty of mugs that will work! To the mug, add the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and 1 1/2 Tbs. of chocolate chips. Stir well.
- Next, add the nut butter, vanilla, milk and the ground flaxseed/water mixture and stir again.
- Microwave for just 90 seconds. When it's done, top it with another 1/2 - 1 Tbs. chocolate chips. These will melt and act as the frosting. Allow to sit for 2 minutes. Best if enjoyed as soon as it's cool enough to eat.
Notes
- It's best to enjoy this mug cake as soon as it's cool enough to eat.
- Remember to use a mug that holds at least 12 oz. of liquid - this is usually the size of your standard coffee cup. If you have one, opt for a larger mug to play it safe!
- Having a lil' party? This dessert is actually GREAT for guests. You can serve them in their own pretty mug or ramekin, and they'll feel so special. You could even offer additional toppings such as sprinkles, berries, Oreo crumbles, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut, and let them dress up their cakes however they want! So fun.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 22g