One of the easiest dessert recipes, this simple Mocha Mug Cake serves one and is ready in under 15 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time3 minutesmins
Cool Time5 minutesmins
Total Time13 minutesmins
Servings: 1
Calories: 182
Author: Peter | Simple Nourished Living
Ingredients
2tablespoonswhite wheat flour
2tablespoonsunsweetened dark cocoa powder
3packetszero calorie sweetener (I used Truvia)
¼teaspoonbaking powder
2teaspoonsinstant coffee granules
1largeegg white
2tablespoonsplain nonfat Greek yogurt
½teaspoonvanilla
2teaspoonsmini chocolate chips
Optional Toppins:
fresh fruit (blueberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries), whipped topping, powdered sugar, sprinkles, etc.
Instructions
Spray a microwave-safe mug, or bowl, with baking spray. In the mug, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sweetener and baking powder until thoroughly combined.
Add coffee powder to a small bowl and dissolve in 2 tablespoons hot water.
Stir the coffee, egg white, yogurt and vanilla into the flour mixture until well mixed and all dry ingredients have been incorporated.
Fold 1 teaspoon mini chocolate chips into the batter. Sprinkled the remaining chocolate chips (1 teaspoon) over the top.
Microwave for 2 minutes on HIGH. If cake is not set, continue cooking in 15 second increments until done.
Allow cake to cool for at least 5 minutes before topping with any extra toppings. Enjoy right from the mug!
Recipe Notes
Your cook time may vary depending on the strength of the microwave used.Use your favorite instant coffee or espresso powder to make this small batch dessert. You can find it in single-serve packets and multi-serve jars. If using packets, 1 packet is equal to about 2 teaspoons.Serving size: entire recipe (1 mug cake)Click here to see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site.5*PointsPlus (Old plan)
Nutrition Facts
Microwave Mocha Mug Cake
Amount Per Serving (1 mug cake (entire recipe))
Calories 182Calories from Fat 41
% Daily Value*
Fat 4.5g7%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 5g20%
Protein 11g22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.