Low Carb Lemon Mug Cake

4.34 from 3 votes

This yummy low carb lemon mug cake is ready to eat in less that TWO minutes! Sugar free, gluten free, and keto friendly recipe.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 2

Total Time 3

Makes: 1 Serving

Net Carbs: 5

Calories: 397

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 tbs unsalted butter
2 tbs fresh lemon juice
1 egg
¼ cup almond flour
2 tbs low carb sweetener eg golden Lakanto
½ teaspoon baking powder
zest of ½ lemon
¼ teaspoon lemon extract optional
Whipped cream and lemon slice to garnish optional

Equipment

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a jug, melt the butter in a microwave.
Add the lemon juice and whisk in an egg. Then add almond flour, sweetener, baking powder, lemon zest, and lemon extract (if using).
Transfer the mixture to a small mug or cup and microwave the cake batter for 1½ minutes, or until the center is cooked.

Nutrition

Calories: 397kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 13gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 163mgSodium: 77mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gNet Carbs: 5g

Notes

5g net carbs per serving (whole recipe)

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Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is my best approximation. Net carbs are calculated as the total grams carbs minus the total grams of fiber.