Maple Microwave Cake (GF, Nut-Free)

The ultimate Microwave Cake made with gluten-free ingredients and pure maple syrup! We highly suggest topping with shaved chocolate. Ready in 3 minutes!!

Microwave cakes, also known as Mug Cakes are the best single-serving dessert out there. They take just minutes to whip up and satisfy your sweet tooth while controlling your portion.

This Maple Microwave Cake with shaved chocolate is perfection.

I’ve been tweaking and playing around with my very popular vanilla mug cake recipe to create more drool-worthy mug cake variations and this one is ridiculously good!

It’s light, fluffy and perfectly moist. It legit tastes like a slice of cake. But, in this case, it’s also naturally gluten free, grain free and nut free and ready in under 3 minutes.

Are you excited yet?

MAPLE MICROWAVE CAKE INGREDIENTS

• • Coconut Flour
  • Gluten-Free Baking Powder (this one is also corn free!)
  • Sea Salt
  • pure Maple Syrup
  • Butter. Ghee or Virgin Coconut Oil (for Paleo Mug Cake)
  • Pure Vanilla Extract
  • Egg
  • Your Favorite Chocolate Bar

I do recommend using real pastured butter here to get the best flavor and texture. I have tested this with both Ghee and organic virgin coconut oil. It’s totally doable but in all honesty, the butter flavor is better with the maple syrup.

MICROWAVE CAKE TIPS:

• Microwave ovens vary and can significantly impact the cooking time. For reference, ours is 1000 Watts and 2 min is perfect. Start slow and keep adding time to figure out the perfect formula for your microwave.
• Believe it or not, the type of mug you use can also impact the cooking time as material and thickness impact the transfer of heat. So once you find a perfect mug/cooking time formula, stick with it so you can ensure consistent results.
• I have had a few readers email me and tell me that low carb maple syrup works really well but I haven’t personally tried it!
• You can prepare the shaved chocolate ahead of time (directions in the recipe card) and store in the freezer.

MORE MUG CAKE RECIPES:

Chocolate Mug Cake

Vanilla Mug Cake

Blueberry Muffin Mug Cake

Matcha Mug Cake

Peanut Butter Mug Cake

Pumpkin Mug Cake

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Maple Microwave Cake with Shaved Chocolate

Prep Time: 2 mins

Cook Time: 2 mins

Total Time: 4 mins

 

The ultimate Microwave Cake made with gluten-free ingredients and pure maple syrup! We highly suggest topping with shaved chocolate. Ready in 3 minutes!!

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: maple cake, microwave cake, microwave mug cake

Servings: 1 serving

Calories: 441 kcal

Author: Alyssa Brantley

5 from 4 votes

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Ingredients

• 4 teaspoons coconut flour
• 1/4 teaspoon GF baking powder
• 1 pinch finely ground sea salt
• 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup divided
• 1.5 Tablespoons pastured butter melted
• 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 tsp shaved chocolate

Instructions

TO PEEL CHOCOLATE BAR:

1. Grab a vegetable peeler and your favorite chocolate bar. 

   Drag the peeler down the long side of the bar with some pressure to make shavings. 

   I like to shave at least half of the bar as the middle is where the toffee is. Gently place the shavings in a container and store in the freezer until ready to use.

MICROWAVE CAKE:

1. Combine coconut flour, baking powder and sea salt in a measuring cup or mixing bowl. Whisk to blend.

2. Add 1 tablespoon of the maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla and egg. Whisk until well combined and smooth.

3. Pour batter into a microwave-safe mug. Microwave for 2 minutes. Allow to cool for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

4. Pour remaining 1 T maple syrup over the top of the cake. Top with shaved chocolate bar and Enjoy!

NOTES:

• Microwave ovens vary and can significantly impact the cooking time. For reference, ours is 1000 Watts and 2 min is perfect. Start slow and keep adding time to figure out the perfect formula for your microwave.
• Believe it or not, the type of mug you use can also impact the cooking time as material and thickness impact the transfer of heat. So once you find a perfect mug/cooking time formula, stick with it so you can ensure consistent results.
• You can prepare the shaved chocolate ahead of time (directions in the recipe card) and store in the freezer.
• I have had a few readers email me and tell me that low carb maple syrup works really well but I haven't personally tried it!

Nutrition Facts

Maple Microwave Cake with Shaved Chocolate

Amount Per Serving (1 mug cake)

Calories 441 Calories from Fat 234

% Daily Value*

Fat 26g40%

Saturated Fat 15g94%

Cholesterol 256mg85%

Sodium 315mg14%

Potassium 269mg8%

Carbohydrates 40g13%

Fiber 6g25%

Sugar 26g29%

Protein 10g20%

Vitamin A 830IU17%

Calcium 119mg12%

Iron 1.5mg8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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UPDATE NOTES: Please note that this recipe was originally published in December 2016, but was updated in May 2019 with new photos, nutritional information, recipe tips, and more helpful information.