Strawberries and Cream Mug Cake
Packed with real fruit and topped with homemade vanilla whipped cream, this Strawberries and Cream Mug Cake is a super quick low-carb dessert full of bright strawberry flavor. It's so easy to make, and the slightly tart flavor of the strawberries pairs perfectly with the light sweetness of the cream.
Servings : 1
Ingredients
For the Mug Cake
- 4 tablespoons almond flour
- 1 tablespoon sweetener/sugar substitute
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 strawberries diced
- 1 fresh strawberry for topping, optional
For the Whipped Cream
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar substitute
Instructions
- Combine almond flour, sweetener, baking powder, and pinch of salt in a 12-ounce mug or larger; stir to combine.
- Stir in heavy cream, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and diced strawberries; stir just until everything is combined, but don't overmix.
- Microwave on high for 90 seconds, or up to 2 minutes. Test for doneness, add a few seconds as necessary, but don’t overcook.
- Remove from microwave and let cool a bit while you work on the whipped cream.
- In a medium mixing bowl combine heavy whipping cream and sweetener; using your mixer, beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Taste for sweetness and adjust accordingly.
- Top mug cake with 1 tablespoon prepared whipped cream and a strawberry; serve.
Equipment
- Microwave
Notes
- To Store: Cover mug tightly with plastic wrap and keep in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- To Reheat: Remove plastic and microwave the mug for 15-30 seconds, or until just warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Mug Cake | Calories: 404 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 41 g | Saturated Fat: 18 g | Cholesterol: 91 mg | Sodium: 119 mg | Potassium: 238 mg | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 1010 IU | Vitamin C: 14.1 mg | Calcium: 175 mg | Iron: 1.1 mg | Net Carbs: 7 g
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.