Description
A quick and delicious low-carb carrot cake mug cake that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. Made with almond flour and natural sweeteners, this single-serving dessert is ready in minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- For the cake:
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon grated carrot (packed)
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the frosting (optional):
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese (softened)
- 1 teaspoon powdered erythritol
- 1/2 teaspoon heavy cream or almond milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. In a microwave-safe mug (at least 8 oz capacity), whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking powder.
- 2. Add grated carrot, melted coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- 3. Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds (time varies by microwave) until center is set and edges pull away slightly.
- 4. Let cool for 2 minutes before frosting.
- 5. For frosting: Beat cream cheese, powdered sweetener, cream, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over cooled mug cake.
- 6. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
For nut-free version: Substitute almond flour with sunflower seed flour. Microwave times may vary – start with 60 seconds and add 10-second increments if needed. Store leftovers (if any!) covered in refrigerator for up to 2 days.