Chocolate Brownie Mug Cake (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
Try this Chocolate Brownie Mug Cake (Low Carb and Gluten Free) recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Chocolate Brownie Mug Cake (Low Carb and Gluten Free) recipe, or contribute your own.
- Carbohydrate 13.5198291017328 g
- Cholesterol 31.3197916780908 mg
- Fat 24.1810094698017 g
- Fiber 2.94599685553984 g
- Protein 4.06884510003206 g
- Saturated Fat 10.9617437207841 g
- Serving Size 1 1 serving (66g)
- Sodium 182.839359363051 mg
- Sugar 10.5738322461929 g
- Trans Fat 1.47633734331242 g
- Calories 275 calories
Step-by-step
- Melt the butter in a small microwave safe bowl (about 30 seconds in microwave).
- Add the remaining ingredients and stir until combined.
- Pour batter into 2 small greased mugs or ramekins.
- Microwave for 1 minute. (add another 30 seconds if necessary).
- Serve with whipped cream or sugar free vanilla ice cream.
Microwave the batter for exactly 60 seconds on high power before checking consistency. Almond flour and coconut flour behave differently than wheat flour due to their lack of gluten. Coconut flour absorbs significantly more liquid than almond flour, requiring a precise ratio to prevent a dry crumb. The blend of both flours balances moisture retention and structural integrity without adding grains.
Managing Texture and Substitutions
Assess doneness visually by pressing the surface gently. The cake should spring back slightly while retaining a soft, fudge-like center reminiscent of a traditional brownie. If the center remains overly wet or sticky after the initial one-minute heating cycle, apply heat in additional 30-second increments to avoid overcooking. Butter provides milk solids that brown and add rich flavor compounds, but coconut oil can replace it at a one-to-one ratio for a dairy-free variation.
- Ensure the microwave turntable rotates freely to prevent uneven hot spots.
- Chop the 90% dark chocolate finely so it distributes evenly through the small volume of batter.
- Grease the ramekins thoroughly with butter or cooking spray to facilitate clean unmolding.
