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Homemade almond flour mug cake on a white kitchen counter

Almond Flour Mug Cake (Gluten-Free)

A quick, fluffy almond flour mug cake that’s naturally gluten-free, perfectly moist, and ready in under 5 minutes ; your new favorite guilt-free dessert-in-a-mug.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Homemade
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 4 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 360kcal
Cost: $1.20

Equipment

  • 1 Microwave-safe mug (12–16 oz)
  • 1 Fork or small whisk
  • 1 Microwave
  • Measuring spoons
  • 1 Oven mitt

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons Almond flour Base for texture and gluten-free goodness
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut sugar or sweetener Adds light sweetness
  • 0.25 teaspoon Baking powder Helps the cake rise
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances the flavor
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Melted butter or coconut oil Adds moisture
  • 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds warmth and aroma

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 tablespoon Chocolate chips For a chocolate twist
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds cozy spice
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped nuts For crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest For freshness

Instructions

  • Mix dry ingredients in a mug.
  • Add egg, butter, and vanilla.
  • Stir until smooth.
  • Fold in optional add-ins.
  • Microwave for 60–90 seconds.
  • Let cool briefly.
  • Top and enjoy.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 186mg | Sodium: 170mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 1.4mg