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    Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake

    Published: Dated: February 22, 2019 Modified: Last Modified: July 19, 2021 Christine Galvani 2 Comments This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    An easy Paleo chocolate mug cake that will be ready in under 5 minutes – which includes time to gather ingredients!  The perfect delicious healthy chocolate mug cake when you want something quick, just one serving and not a whole cake!

    You will love this gluten-free chocolate mug cake!

    Paleo chocolate mug cake with berries and ice cream in mug.

    This cake has become my favorite 9:00 p.m. fast and easy treat.  And it is so satisfying!  

    It’s as easy as mixing up a few ingredients, pour the batter into a mug, and cooking in the microwave.

    Upon return from a recent trip,  I thought how perfect this mug cake would be.  The hotel room had mugs, spoons, a mini-fridge, and a microwave.  With a grocery store down the street, this would have been the perfect snack!  Next time!

    How To Make This Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake:

    Step 1 – Gather and measure the ingredients (exact measurement found below on printable recipe card).

    Paleo chocolate mug cake ingredients in bowls on counter.

    Step 2 – In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients and whisk them together.  In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the wet ingredients and whisk to combine.

    dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another bowl.

    Step 3 – Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir to combine to create a batter.

    Ingredients for Paleo chocolate mug cake in mixing bowl.

    Step 4 – Pour batter into a mug of choice.

    batter for Paleo chocolate mug cake in mug ready for microwave.

    Step 5 – Put the mug in the microwave and cook for approximately 60 seconds (will vary depending on the microwave used).

    Paleo chocolate mug cake out of the oven.

    Step 6 – Garnish with dairy-free ice cream, coconut whipped cream, sliced fruit, berries, shaved chocolate, etc…  I let this cool a little, but it’s so good warm with melting ice cream.  Sometimes, I make a smaller batch of this dairy-free ganache as icing.

    Paleo chocolate mug cake with berries and ice cream in mug.

    Tips When Making The Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake:

    • Although you can mix the batter in the mug, I prefer mixing in separate small bowls as I am sure to mix it well.
    • Try to have all ingredients at room temperature.
    • Use a smaller sized mug for best results.  I’m using a dessert-sized mug here.
    • The mug cake could take anywhere from 45 seconds to 2 minutes depending on your microwave.  It may take some adjustment to get the right cooking time.
    • Let the cake sit for a minute after it comes out of the microwave as it can be very hot.

    Are There Any Substitutions Or Other Baking Dishes I Could Use In This Recipe?

    • Can also be made in a traditional oven, in an oven-safe dish, (one ramekin), 350 degrees F., for about 10-12 minutes.
    • You can substitute another dairy-free milk for almond milk.
    • You can substitute cocoa powder for cacao powder.

    What Are The BEST Garnishes For The Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake?

    • Add some dairy-free chocolate chips to the batter or on top.
    • Add a sprinkling of powdered sugar.
    • A sprinkling of orange zest would be delicious (orange and chocolate go together so well)!
    • Delicious served with sliced fruit, berries (strawberries, blackberries, blueberries), and dairy-free ice cream or coconut non-dairy whipped cream.
    • If you have a little more time, make some of this dairy-free ganache as a topping

    Looking For More Amazing Gluten-Free and Paleo Chocolate Dessert Recipes?  Check these out!

    • Paleo Chocolate Cake
    • Paleo Mug Cake
    • Meyer Lemon Pudding Cake
    • Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes
    • Vegan Chocolate Donuts

    ★Did you make this recipe? Please give it a star rating below!★

     

    5 from 1 vote
    Paleo chocolate mug cake with berries and ice cream in mug.
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    The BEST Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake!
    Prep Time
    5 mins
    Cook Time
    1 min
    Total Time
    6 mins
     

    An easy Paleo chocolate mug cake that will be ready in under 5 minutes.  The perfect delicious healthy chocolate mug cake when you want something quick, just one serving and not a whole cake!  The gluten-free chocolate mug cake you'll love!

    Course: Dessert, gluten-free, grain-free, Snack
    Cuisine: American, Dessert
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 361 kcal
    Author: Christine Galvani
    Ingredients
    • 4 tablespoons blanched almond flour
    • 1 teaspoon coconut oil, melted
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
    • 1 1/2 tablespoons coconut sugar
    • 1 1/2 tablespoons organic cacao powder
    • 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
    • pinch fine sea salt
    • 1 large egg
    Instructions
    1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk the wet ingredients together.

    2. In another small mixing bowl, whisk the dry ingredients together.

    3. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir well to combine.  Pour into a mug and microwave for approximately 60 seconds (will vary by microwave) until cake is firm to the touch and a toothpick comes out clean.

    4. Garnish with ice cream, berries, shaved chocolate, coconut whipped cream, chocolate sauce, etc...

    Recipe Notes

    Tips When Making The Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake:

    • Although you can mix the batter in the mug, I prefer mixing in separate small bowls as I am sure to mix it well.
    • Try to have all ingredients at room temperature.
    • Use a smaller sized mug for best results.  I'm using a dessert sized mug here.
    • The mug cake could take anywhere from 45 seconds to 2 minutes depending on your microwave.  It may take some adjustment to get the right cooking time.
    • Let the cake sit for a minute after it comes out of microwave as it can be very hot.

    Are There Any Substitutions Or Other Baking Dishes I Could Use In This Recipe?

    • Can also be made in a traditional oven, in an oven-safe dish, (one ramekin), 350 degrees F., for about 10-12 minutes.
    • You can substitute another dairy-free milk for the almond milk.
    • You can substitute cocoa powder for cacao powder.

    What Are The BEST Garnishes For The Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake?

    • Add some dairy-free chocolate chips to the batter or on top.
    • Add a sprinkling of powdered sugar.
    • A sprinkling of orange zest would be delicious (orange and chocolate go together so well)!
    • Delicious served with sliced fruit, berries (strawberries, blackberries, blueberries), and dairy-free ice cream or coconut non-dairy whipped cream.
    • If you have a little more time, make some of this dairy-free ganache as a topping
    Nutrition Facts
    The BEST Paleo Chocolate Mug Cake!
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 361 Calories from Fat 216
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 24g37%
    Saturated Fat 6g30%
    Cholesterol 210mg70%
    Sodium 158mg7%
    Potassium 192mg5%
    Carbohydrates 27g9%
    Fiber 5g20%
    Sugar 13g14%
    Protein 14g28%
    Vitamin A 305IU6%
    Calcium 127mg13%
    Iron 3.1mg17%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Thank you for using my affiliate links, which at no extra cost to you, provides me with a small commission that helps with the running of this site.   I look forward to creating and posting many more delicious recipes for you.

    Paleo chocolate mug cake.

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    Filed Under: Cake, Dairy Free, Dessert, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Snack Tagged With: cake, chocolate cake, dessert, paleo

    About Christine Galvani

    Foodie recipe creator of delicious grain, gluten, and dairy-free recipes for 5+ years. Nature lover, adventure seeker, wife, mom, dog mom. I love to create clean eating, real food recipes that everyone loves.

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    1. Dan S.

      February 22, 2019 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      Quick and Delicious! Better than reaching for a box of cookies.

      Reply
      • Christine

        February 22, 2019 at 10:38 am

        Thanks so much!

        Reply

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