Keto Pumpkin Mug Cake

Name: Keto Pumpkin Mug Cake
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 1 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 egg; 2 tablespoons almond flour; 2 tablespoons monk fruit; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree; 1 tablespoon coconut flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; pinch of salt

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Enjoy the flavors of Fall with a keto pumpkin spiced mug cake. Cozy up to this warm sugar-free pumpkin cake that takes about a minute to make!

close up of a tiny cake in a white bowl with whipped cream spiraled on top

a fork holding a bite of airy pumkin cake

small pumpkin cakes coming out of ramekins topped with whipped cream and dashes of pumpkin pie spice with a white pumpkin in the background

straight on view of an orange cake coming out of a white bowl with two spoons and milk in the background

mug cakes for two in a white and grey ramekin on a striped towel with leaves nearby

4 Mins

Nutrition Facts

Servings

394

Calories

34.9g

Fat

10.6g

Protein

5.3g

Net Carb

10.4g

Total Carbs

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Keto Pumpkin Mug Cake Ingredients

1 egg
2 tablespoons almond flour
2 tablespoons monk fruit
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
1 tablespoon coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
pinch of salt

Keto Pumpkin Mug Cake Directions

STEP

1

Combine the ingredients

In a mug or ramekin, combine all of the mug cake ingredients.
STEP

2

Mix it

Mix together until combine.
STEP

3

Microwave it

Microwave for 60 to 75 seconds or until the cake has risen and is set in the middle. It should not be wobbly when you shake it.
STEP

4

Let cool

Remove from microwave to let cool.

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Low Carb Pumpkin Mug Cake Recipe

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It’s pumpkin season and that means we flavor everything with this beloved seasonal vegetable – even keto cakes! This recipe for keto pumpkin mug cake is an easy way to satisfy your yearly pumpkin craving. This sugar-free mug cake only takes a few minutes to mix and bake in the microwave (oven instructions below). This mug cake is filled with real pumpkin flavor and pumpkin spice seasoning. It’s moist and incredible when paired with fresh whipped cream. It’s also a great way to enjoy a keto dessert at the Thanksgiving dinner table without having to make an entire keto dessert for the rest of your non-keto family to eat.

What is a Mug Cake?

A mug cake is a portion controlled cake made in a mug! Typically, the ingredients for a single serve cake are mixed together in a coffee mug and quickly baked in the microwave for about a minute. Mug cakes are popular on the keto diet because they are one serving. So when a sweet craving strikes you can satisfy it quickly by making a small cake without leaving you with lots of dishes or making a bunch of desserts that you make not finish or may not want to finish eating.

a container of 100% pumpkin puree by farmer's market

Is Pumpkin Keto?

Sure, pumpkin is a member of the squash family and contains carbs. However, small amount of pumpkin is keto friendly. A 1/2 cup of pumpkin puree has 6 grams of net carbs. This recipe uses 2 tablespoons of pumpkin puree which contributes 1.5 grams of carbs for the whole keto mug cake! Besides being keto approved, pumpkin has nutritional benefits that you don’t want to miss out on. It is high in Vitamin A and has lots of antioxidants. If you are purchasing pumpkin puree from the grocery store, make sure you pick 100% pumpkin puree and not the pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie filling is filled with add sugars and unnecessary carbs.

Best Mugs for Mug Cakes

Mug cakes are typically made in a mug and microwaved in that same mug. That’s why it is called a mug cake. However, when I make keto mug cakes, I like to use small ramekins because they allow for more consistent even baking. For the low carb pumpkin mug cake recipe, I used a ramekin but I have used my favorite mug before too when I didn’t feel like doing dishes.

Should I Grease My Mug?

You don’t have to grease the mug but if you want to easily remove the cake from the mug or ramekin, I would recommend you grease the mug with cooking spray before you add the cake batter. This will allow the cake to easily be removed. I usually use avocado cooking spray or coconut cooking spray.

baked pumpkin cake in a grey ramekin next to a glass of milk

Oven Instructions

Don’t have a microwave? You can still make this keto pumpkin mug cake! It just might take a little bit longer to bake. Complete the steps to make the pumpkin mug cake just described above except make sure you use a ramekin or oven safe container to bake the mug bake in. To bake the cake, place in a 350 degree oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until the cake rises and is set in the middle.

Other Keto Mug Cake Recipes

When it comes to keto desserts, it’s easy to go overboard with eating too many sweets. That’s why I love making portion controlled sugar-free desserts like mug cakes. Keto mug cakes are mini personal sized cakes that are easy to make and don’t take long to cook, so you can satisfy that sweet tooth craving in minutes without risking destroying your diet by eating too many of them. If you want to try other keto mug cake recipes, I have a bunch of delicious, easy cakes for you to try:

Keto Pumpkin Mug Cake: FAQS

Can I use regular flour instead of almond flour in this keto mug cake?

Unfortunately, regular flour won't work for this keto recipe as it is not low-carb. Almond flour is a great substitute that keeps it keto-friendly!

What can I substitute for monk fruit sweetener?

You can use erythritol or stevia as alternatives, but keep in mind that the sweetness level may vary, so adjust to your taste!

How should I store leftover mug cake?

If you have any leftovers, store the mug cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Just reheat it in the microwave for a quick treat!

Is this mug cake suitable for meal prep?

While mug cakes are best enjoyed fresh, you can prepare the dry ingredients in advance and store them in a jar. Just add the wet ingredients when you're ready to enjoy!

Can I make this mug cake dairy-free?

Yes! You can substitute the unsalted butter with coconut oil or a dairy-free butter alternative to make it dairy-free.

Nutritional information & Macros

Amount Per Serving
Calories	394
Fat	34.9g
Protein	10.6g
Total Carbs	10.4g
Net Carbs	5.3g

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