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Keto Brownie Mug Cake

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Craving something rich, chocolatey, and ready in just minutes? This flourless keto chocolate brownie mug cake is the perfect treat when you want indulgence without the carbs. It’s soft, fudgy, and flour-free-a quick dessert you can enjoy right from the mug. Best of all, it uses simple keto-friendly ingredients, so you can satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track.

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Why You Will Love This Recipe

  • Flourless and keto-friendly -no grains, just pure chocolatey goodness.
  • Quick and easy -ready in under 5 minutes.
  • Rich and fudgy, like a gooey brownie baked fresh.
  • A single-serve dessert -perfect for portion control.
A rich keto brownie mug cake sits on a gray plate, crowned with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and set atop a textured white napkin.

Ingredients

No flour is needed to make this delicious mug cake.

Top-down view of labeled baking ingredients for a keto brownie mug cake: allulose, cocoa, egg, vanilla extract, melted butter, salt, baking powder, and chocolate squares, all arranged on a marble surface.
  • Cocoa powder : Provides deep, rich chocolate flavor without added sugar.
  • Melted butter : Adds moisture and richness, giving the mug cake a fudgy texture.
  • Allulose : A keto-friendly sweetener that mimics sugar without the carbs. Other low carb sweeteners can be substituted.
  • Egg : Binds the ingredients together and gives the cake structure.
  • Vanilla extract : Enhances the chocolate flavor.
  • Baking powder : Helps the cake rise for a light, fluffy texture.
  • Pinch of salt: Balances the sweetness and intensifies the chocolate flavor.
  • Chocolate square: Optional but highly recommended for a gooey, molten center.

How To Make Keto Chocolate Brownie Mug Cake

Mix and microwave for a quick and easy keto dessert!

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Whisk the egg

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Add the melted butter

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Add the vanilla extract

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Sift the cocoa and sweetener

A white mug filled with keto brownie mug cake batter and topped with pieces of dark chocolate, placed on a light-colored countertop.

Push chocolate chips in the centre

A white mug containing a partially cooked keto brownie mug cake mixture with small holes on the surface, placed on a beige countertop.

Microwave until firm and gooey

Recipe Tips

Don’t overcook or your brownie will turn dry—err on the side of slightly undercooked for maximum fudginess.

Swap the chocolate square for sugar-free chocolate chips for extra texture.

Want extra richness? Add a tablespoon of heavy cream to the batter.

For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter.

Serving Suggestions

  • Top with a dollop of whipped cream or keto-friendly ice cream.
  • Sprinkle with chopped nuts or unsweetened coconut flakes.
  • Drizzle with sugar-free caramel or chocolate syrup for an indulgent finish.
  • Pair with a hot cup of coffee for the ultimate keto-friendly dessert moment.
A small, round keto brownie mug cake sits on a gray plate, with melted chocolate oozing from the center, placed on a white cloth napkin.

More Keto mug Cake Recipes

If you have a sweet craving on your keto diet, try these other mug cake recipes:

Keto Lemon Mug Cake

Coconut Flour Chocolate Mug Cake

Keto Blueberry Mug Cake

Almond Flour Pumpkin Mug Cake

A chocolate lava cake sits on a ceramic plate, topped with melted chocolate sauce, placed on a light-colored cloth.

Keto Chocolate Brownie Mug Cake

A rich, fudgy flourless keto chocolate brownie mug cake made in minutes with simple low-carb ingredients—perfect for a quick dessert!
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 4 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine keto
Servings 1 serving
Calories 311 kcal

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons allulose or other low carb sweetener
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 squares dark chocolate optional

Instructions
 

  • In a microwave-safe mug, whisk the egg until fluffy.
  • Add the melted butter and vanilla extract and whisk together.
  • Sieve the cocoa powder, baking powder and the sweetener and add to the mug, along with the salt. Mix until smooth and well combined
  • Push the chocolate square into the center of the batter.
  • Microwave on high for 50–70 seconds, depending on your microwave’s power. The top should look set but slightly soft in the middle.
  • Let cool for a minute before digging in—careful, it’s hot!

Notes

Makes 1 serving.
Top with cream or keto vanilla ice cream to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 9gFat: 29gFiber: 4gNet Carbs: 4g

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.

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