Keto Chocolate Lava Mug Cakes 🍫☕✨
A rich, gooey, low-carb dessert made in minutes! These keto mug cakes are perfect when you crave chocolate but want to stay on track.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp whey protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (or heavy cream)
- 1 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- 1–2 tbsp keto-friendly sweetener (erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 square sugar-free dark chocolate (for lava center)
Directions 👩🍳
- Mix dry: In a microwave-safe mug, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, and whey protein.
- Add wet: Stir in egg, almond milk, melted butter, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth.
- Lava center: Push a square of sugar-free chocolate into the center of the batter.
- Cook: Microwave on high for 60–75 seconds. The edges should be set, but the center gooey.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then enjoy warm straight from the mug.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Top with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
- Variation: Add a pinch of cinnamon or instant coffee for flavor depth.
- Serving idea: Pair with fresh berries for a refreshing contrast.
Details
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Kcal: ~220 per mug cake
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Keto Chocolate Lava Mug Cakes—gooey, rich, and ready in minutes 🍫☕✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you add whipped cream or keep it simple?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next keto dessert.” • “Tag a friend who loves chocolate.” • “Quick, gooey, low-carb indulgence.”