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Dark Chocolate Coconut Flour Mug Cake

This gluten-free, low-carb, and diabetic-friendly Dark Chocolate Coconut Flour Mug Cake is a rich, single-serve treat that comes together in just 3 minutes. It’s high in protein and fibre, with just enough natural sweetness to satisfy your chocolate cravings without the sugar spike.
Servings: 1
Calories: 186.8kcal
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp Greek yogurt plain
  • 1½ tbsp almond milk unsweetened
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp coconut flour
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder unsweetened
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ½ tbsp peanut butter for drizzling on top
  • 1 pinch cinnamon optional topping

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Large mug or microwave-safe bowl

Instructions

  • In a mug or small bowl, whisk egg, yogurt, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla.
    1 egg, 1 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1½ tbsp almond milk, 1 tsp maple syrup, ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • Stir in coconut flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Let sit for 30–60 seconds so the coconut flour can absorb moisture.
    1 tbsp coconut flour, 1 tbsp cocoa powder, ¼ tsp baking powder, 1 pinch salt
  • Microwave for 60–90 seconds, until it puffs up and the centre is just set (a touch gooey is okay!).
  • Let cool for a minute. Enjoy as-is or top a drizzle of peanut butter and a pinch of cinnamon.
    ½ tbsp peanut butter, 1 pinch cinnamon

Cooking Tips

  • Use a large mug: To prevent overflow during microwaving, choose a mug with at least 12–14 oz capacity.
  • Let the batter rest: Allowing it to sit for 30–60 seconds helps the coconut flour absorb liquid for better texture.
  • Watch the microwave time: Microwave power varies—start with 60 seconds, then check for doneness to avoid drying it out.
  • Customize toppings: Try almond butter, low-sugar chocolate chips, or sliced strawberries as alternate toppings.
  • Make it dairy-free: Use dairy-free yogurt and plant-based milk to make this mug cake fully dairy-free.
  • Go sugar-free: Swap maple syrup for a sugar-free alternative like stevia or monk fruit for ultra low-carb diets.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Dark Chocolate Coconut Flour Mug Cake
Serving Size
 
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
186.8
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10.3
g
16
%
Saturated Fat
 
3.6
g
23
%
Trans Fat
 
0.02
g
Cholesterol
 
164.4
mg
55
%
Sodium
 
292.8
mg
13
%
Potassium
 
221.3
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
14.9
g
5
%
Fiber
 
4.9
g
20
%
Sugar
 
6.4
g
7
%
Protein
 
11
g
22
%
Vitamin C
 
0.01
mg
0
%
Vitamin D
 
0.9
µg
6
%
Calcium
 
147.1
mg
15
%
Iron
 
1.9
mg
11
%
Magnesium
 
47.4
mg
12
%
Zinc
 
1.2
mg
8
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.