Microwave Mocha Mug Cake Recipe
One of the easiest dessert recipes, this simple Mocha Mug Cake serves one and is ready in under 15 minutes.
Servings: 1
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons white wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- 3 packets zero calorie sweetener (I used Truvia)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
- 1 large egg white
- 2 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoons mini 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!
Notes
Serving size: 1 mocha mug cake (entire recipe)
WW Points: 5
Check the WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app.
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 5 PointsPlus (Old plan) 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.
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 5 PointsPlus (Old plan) 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.
Nutrition
Serving: 1mug cake (entire recipe) | Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 2mg