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Low Carb Mug Cake (Carrot Cake) with Whipped Cream

March 19, 2017 by Sandra Shaffer 23 Comments

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This simple low carb mug cake is done in minutes! Satisfy your sweet tooth without baking a whole cake or blasting your glucose level through the roof. Flavorful and filling dessert for one!

Low Carb Carrot Cake Mug Cake! Satisfy your sweet tooth without baking a whole cake! #lowcarb #keto #dessert | www.thefoodieaffair.com

Low Carb Mug Cake

Single serving desserts are brilliant, especially when you’re trying to keep the treats in the house to a minimum!

When I made this cherry almond mug cake I really thought I would go crazy with different flavor combinations because the options are endless.

Mug cakes are ity-bity, cute as can be, tasty desserts, and it only takes less than 5 minutes to make!

It didn’t take long for my mug cake excitement to die down though, and it’s not because my sweet tooth took a siesta.  

NEVER!  I just got side tracked to try different treats like these chocolate dipped oranges and individual pavlova nests!

Low Carb Carrot Cake Mug Cake! Satisfy your sweet tooth without baking a whole cake! #lowcarb #keto #dessert | www.thefoodieaffair.com

Carrot Mug Cake

Now that I’m experimenting with more low carb recipes my interest has peaked again.

Which brings me to this low carb mug cake!

Baking low carb is tricky, because the ratios of the liquid to dry ingredients vary depending on the flour alternative used.  

For this recipe I used both almond and coconut flours combined with a whole egg, almond milk, plus a nice dose of flavorful spices that tastes like a mini carrot cake!

Next time I plan on experimenting with ground flax or chia seeds!  I was too full to taste test another batch (can you imagine if this was a whole cake?!).

Keep this single serving cake in mind the next time you’re looking for a dessert just for one!  

Top with fresh whipped cream!

Low Carb Carrot Cake Mug Cake! Satisfy your sweet tooth without baking a whole cake! #lowcarb #keto #dessert | www.thefoodieaffair.com

Low Carb Carrot Mug Cake Ingredients & Utensils

Ingredients:

  • unsalted butter
  • superfine almond flour
  • coconut flour
  • 1 egg
  • vanilla extract
  • pumpkin pie spice
  • Truvia (or sweetener of your choice)
  • unsweetened almond milk
  • finely grated carrots
  • pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Utensils:

  • Microwaveable proof mug
  • Fork or mini whisk
  • Measuring spoons
Low Carb Carrot Cake Mug Cake! Satisfy your sweet tooth without baking a whole cake! #lowcarb #keto #dessert | www.thefoodieaffair.com

Macronutrients For Carrot Mug Cake

This Low Carb Carrot Cake Mug Cake (say that 10 times fast) is only 6 carbs (without whipped cream), and 9 grams of protein!  

No wonder it’s filling!

Macronutrients are from My Fitness Pal.  Please calculate your own ingredients as each brand is different, which may change the calculations.

Calories Carbs Fat Protein Sodium Sugar
171 6 15 9 81 1
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Yield: 1 serving

Low Carb Mug Cake (Mini Carrot Cake)

Low carb mug cake with whipped cream and shreds of carrots on top.

Personalized low carb mug cake with all the flavors of a carrot cake, but this is made just for you! Enjoy this treat topped with fresh whipped cream.

Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon superfine almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon coconut flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 3 packets Truvia (or sweetener of your choice)
  • 2-3 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated carrots
  • pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

  • In a six ounce mug or ramekin melt butter in microwave. Set aside a let cool.
  • In a small bowl whisk together almond and coconut flours, pumpkin pie spice, sweetener with a pinch of salt.
  • Add vanilla to butter and whisk in egg until combined. Stir in flour mix and add almond milk one tablespoon at a time. If the batter is too thick then add another tablespoon of almond milk. Fold in carrots and sprinkle with coconut flakes (optional).
  • Microwave on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute. Test with a toothpick. If it comes out clean it is done.
  • Notes

    Adjust the cooking time according as needed. Your microwave oven may take up to 2 minutes to cook the cake.

    Salted butter may be used in place of unsalted just be sure not to add a pinch of extra salt.

    Nutrition Information:

    Yield:

    1

    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 171Carbohydrates: 6g

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    © Sandra Shaffer
    Cuisine: American / Category: Dessert
     Simple low carb carrot mug cake is done in minutes! Satisfy your sweet tooth without baking a whole cake or blasting your glucose level through the roof! #mugcake #lowcarb #keto #carrotcake #thefoodieaffair

    Other Low Carb Desserts To Try

    Looking for some more sweet treats that won’t send your glucose level sky high?

    • Almond Butter Cookies
    • Low Carb Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
    • Sugar Free Lemon Curd
    • Keto Tiramisu
    • Low Carb Strawberry Shortcake
    Low Carb Carrot Cake Mug Cake! Satisfy your sweet tooth without baking a whole cake! #lowcarb #keto #dessert | www.thefoodieaffair.com
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    Comments

    1. Candice

      March 20, 2017 at 2:21 pm

      I needed a treat last night and this would have been perfect. It’s amazing how much protein and how little carbs you packed into that little mug. Also, then I don’t have a whole cake to gorge on! Brilliant!

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        March 20, 2017 at 10:24 pm

        In under 5 minutes this cake can by yours and each bite is so satisfying!

        Reply
    2. Juli Purcell

      March 20, 2017 at 3:41 pm

      Oh my goodness sakes I need this like 5 minutes ago! Gonna go make it… YUMMMM!!!!

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        March 20, 2017 at 10:25 pm

        Yes! Just tell the family you are warming up some tea 😉

        Reply
    3. christine

      March 20, 2017 at 7:10 pm

      What an awesome treat. This is great for those nights in front of the TV when I want a little something sweet!

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        March 20, 2017 at 10:26 pm

        No clean up either, except for making sure every bite is gone!

        Reply
    4. Erica Schwarz

      March 20, 2017 at 7:17 pm

      Hanging my head in shame since I have never made a mug cake yet …but I also just realized how many mom points I’ll score when I make this for my kids as a treat!

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        March 20, 2017 at 10:28 pm

        Such an easy way to make the whole family happy!

        Reply
    5. Melanie

      March 20, 2017 at 8:03 pm

      I’ve only made one mug cake in the past, so I definitely need to make another!

      Reply
    6. Jolina

      March 21, 2017 at 6:16 am

      I am a huge fan of mug cakes. Sometimes you just need a nice little treat eh? I haven’t tried carrot cake though…now I want one! 🙂

      Reply
    7. Jamie

      March 21, 2017 at 7:46 am

      Mug cakes are the best! I can’t wait to make this one!

      Reply
    8. Catherine

      March 22, 2017 at 9:54 am

      This looks wonderful! I love the individual serving..perfecting for when you are craving something and want it in a pinch!

      Reply
    9. Melissa

      March 22, 2017 at 4:29 pm

      Mug cakes are one of my favorites! I love that this one is carrot cake!

      Reply
    10. michele

      March 11, 2018 at 11:51 am

      Mug cakes are so fun! A treat I can make when I need a special treat with my friends at the last minute! My sister made yours for us last week and I think I am now a carrot cake convert! So SO yum

      Reply
    11. Angela

      March 12, 2018 at 5:53 am

      How fun is this! I love carrot cake but don’t always want to make a whole one because I’ll eat too much… this is great for a one time treat and healthier then the original for sure.

      Reply
    12. Jennifer A Stewart

      March 12, 2018 at 7:28 am

      A single serve dessert is the best way to go! I don’t have to share with anyone!

      Reply
    13. Michele Phillips

      March 12, 2018 at 1:36 pm

      This recipe makes it dangerously convenient for me to whip up some carrot cake whenever the mood strikes (and it strikes often)! I can’t wait to make these!

      Reply
    14. Madi

      March 12, 2018 at 5:21 pm

      Mug cakes are the BEST! I can’t wait to try this one!

      Reply
    15. Kainoa Torau

      March 31, 2019 at 7:03 pm

      This was amazing! Thanks so much. I added walnuts and instead of whipping cream I threw a couple tablespoons of cream cheese in the middle and it was so good. My new go to treat:)

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        March 31, 2019 at 7:38 pm

        So great to hear that you enjoyed this mug cake! Thanks for stopping by Kainoa!

        Reply
    16. GypsyChick

      September 20, 2019 at 8:47 pm

      Hi! I neeeeed to make this, can I sub cream or coconut milk for the almond milk? And use salted butter instead of unsalted butter + salt?
      Thanks

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        September 21, 2019 at 10:02 am

        Hi there! Yes, you can use any liquid you prefer. I only use unsalted butter, so I can’t vouch for the difference, but I bet it will be fine since the ingredient is minimal. Hope you enjoy the cake!

        Reply
        • GypsyChick

          September 30, 2019 at 12:30 am

          Thanks

          Reply

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