A mug cake?! How is a mug cake a healthy choice for the munchies? Cake is one of those naughty cravings that pop into your head on those late nights. Am I right? Lucky you, this mug cake is a fiber-filled, protein-packed, and naturally sweetened dessert that is not only delicious, but also great for you! One mug cake has an egg and a tablespoon of coconut flour, which amounts to five grams of fiber and seven grams of protein for a filling and healthful treat.
So you know that it's good for you, but how does it compare to a true mug cake filled with sugar, gluten, and bad fats? I'm happy to say that this mug cake stands up to less healthy alternatives. This cake is fluffy and light with just the right amount of sweetness from the honey and a sprinkling of chocolate chips. Not only does it taste like real chocolate cake, but it's also satisfying so you won't be tempted to make another one. That's a good thing, because this cake takes less than five minutes from start to finish, and if one mugful didn't leave me feeling full, I'd be back in the kitchen for round two.
Basically, everything about this recipe begs you to try it yourself. If not for your tastebuds (but really you should do it for your tastebuds), then make one for your body. Fill up on that fiber, protein, and those healthy fats that fuel your body with energy, and may also boost your metabolism. Can you believe all of that comes in this delicious chocolatey bite?
Ok, I think that's enough convincing on my part...
Here's the recipe! Happy (and healthy) eating!
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Just a quick note on the recipe:
It's really important that the dry and wet ingredients are incorporated thoroughly in order to have a uniform cake. The first time I tried this recipe, I didn't mix the batter well enough and had bits of egg and cocoa powder that resulted in less than perfect bites. Lesson learned: get those lumps out!
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