Chocolate Muffin : Low Carb and Gluten Free Mug Cake

Goodness . . . yesterdays post (see it here) was certainly a popular one and I thank all who took time to read it, and a special thank you for all who left a comment. It is lovely to receive, read and share your thoughts and comments.

. . . but on with today's post! How about grabbing your favourite mug and whipping up these super quick and easy low carb (keto) chocolate muffins. They are a gluten and dairy-free treat, and when microwaved can be ready in five minutes. No microwave? No problem because you can bake them in the oven as well, use a muffin pan instead of a mug!

Ingredients

Serves Two
2 tbsp. almond flour or hazelnut flour
1 tbsp. cocoa powder
1 tbsp. erythritol (sweetener - optional)
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1 egg
1½ tbsp. melted coconut oil or butter
½ oz. sugar-free dark chocolate
½ tsp coconut oil or butter for greasing the mugs
Recipe instructions and tips
Can be found here

Almond flour is a gluten-free nut flour that should consist of nothing but ground blanched (no skin) almonds. It’s often used as a low-carb substitute for wheat flour in bread and other baked goods.

The amount of carbs in almonds can vary significantly depending on origin, yield, soil, amount of sun, etc. but often end up between 4-8 grams of net carbohydrates per 100 gram. As always, checking the label is a good idea.

You can get almond flour in most grocery stores and health stores these days, or order it online.
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Hazelnut flour is a type of flour made from ground hazelnuts. Hazelnuts are nuts that come from the hazel tree and are known for their rich, slightly sweet flavour. To make hazelnut flour, the nuts are finely ground into a powder-like consistency, creating a flour that can be used in various culinary applications.

Hazelnut flour is often used as a gluten-free alternative to traditional wheat flour, making it suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities or those following a gluten-free diet. Additionally, hazelnut flour is a good source of healthy fats, protein, and other nutrients found in hazelnuts.
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Prefer to use coconut flour have a look at this chocolate mug cake recipe suggestion here

Coconut flour offers a good source of minerals, large amounts of coconut fibre, and it has a much smaller impact on blood sugar levels than refined grain flours.

Also, since it is gluten-free, it provides a decent option for those who are unable to consume gluten-containing flours.

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~ wishing you a happy day ~

You will find a variety of articles and recipe ideas within this blog, and not all may be suitable for you. Always take account of your personal circumstances, needs, illnesses and medication you may be taking. Any allergies, or underlying health issues must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use your meter. If you have any concerns about your health, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or health care team.

All the best Jan