Keto Mug Cake Recipes

These keto mug cake recipes are soft, warm, and made for real cravings. From high protein brownie mug cakes to creamy keto strawberry shortcake, every recipe is single-serve, sugar-free, gluten-free and done in minutes.

You’ll find cozy chocolate flavors, fruity favorites, and high protein mug cakes made with cottage cheese and no protein powder needed.

These quick keto desserts are perfect when you want something sweet without spiking your blood sugar.

Made for busy days and late-night cravings, they support energy, help with portion control, and fit naturally into a low carb lifestyle.

All of the below recipes are naturally sugar free, gluten free, low carb, grain free, wheat free, and diabetic friendly – just like every recipe on this site.

I’m the only one in my house eating keto, so I’m not out here baking full-size cakes for just me. That’s how mug cakes started – no waste, no leftovers, just me and my microwave living our best dessert life.

(And yes, I literally bought a microwave just for these. Worth it.)  

These Keto Mug Cakes Are

These low carb mug cakes are warm, sweet, and ready in under 5 minutes – no oven, no sugar, no stress.

They fit perfectly into real life: quick cravings, solo treats, or cozy keto desserts for one.

• Low carb, sugar free, and high protein options
• Made with almond flour, coconut flour, or cottage cheese
• Microwave-ready in 60–90 seconds
• Perfect for late-night cravings or hormone-friendly sweet fixes
• Beginner-friendly and portion-controlled

High protein keto mug cakes use ingredients like cottage cheese to boost protein without adding powders or carbs.

They’re great for cravings, energy, and muscle support while still staying low carb and sugar free.

You can use any microwave-safe dish you like – mug, ramekin, or square dish. 

These keto desserts also bake well in the oven in about 10 minutes if you prefer that classic cake texture.

High Protein Cottage Cheese Mug Cakes

These protein-packed mug cakes use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamy texture and extra nutrition. 

No powders, no weird textures, just real ingredients blended smoothly for that cozy dessert feel.

Keto Mug Cakes with Almond and Coconut Flour

These low carb mug cakes are either flourless or use almond flour, coconut flour, or both for that soft, fluffy cake texture with no gluten or sugar. 

You’ll find chocolate, berry, and peanut butter flavors in this recipe list – all beginner-friendly and ready in 5 minutes.

Chocolate Mug Cakes

Fruity and Seasonal Mug Cakes

Nut Butter Keto Mug Cakes

FAQ

What is the best flour for keto mug cakes?

Coconut flour and almond flour are both great for keto mug cakes. Coconut flour gives a softer texture and soaks up more moisture, while almond flour is nuttier and more dense. Both work well depending on the recipe.

Can I make these mug cakes in the oven?

Yes, all of these mug cakes can be baked in the oven. Use a ramekin or small dish and bake at 175C/350F for about 10 minutes until set.

Are mug cakes good for weight loss?

Yes, mug cakes help with portion control and can satisfy cravings without sugar spikes. The high protein options with cottage cheese are especially helpful for energy, satiety, and blood sugar balance.

Conclusion

Whether you’re after something fudgy, fruity, or high in protein, these keto mug cakes make dessert easy and satisfying. They’re quick, cozy, and made for real life – no sugar, no flour, no stress.

Comment below if you’ve tried one or have a flavor combo you’d love to see.

Keto since 2019, lost 50 lbs, and still making mug cakes weekly.

More Keto Recipes

• Keto Cottage Cheese Desserts – all sugar free, no powders, high protein
• Keto Bread Recipes – low carb, gluten free, and toaster-ready
• Savory Cottage Cheese Recipes – high protein meals with zero powders