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    Home » Recipes » Healthy Desserts

    Healthy Chocolate Chip Mug Cake (No Oil or Butter!)

    Published: Jan 5, 2023 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    This delicious healthy chocolate chip mug cake is a lower sugar treat that contains Greek yogurt for a nice protein boost!

    Spooning out a bite of chocolate covered cake.

    This may be the best chocolate chip mug cake I've ever made!

    Granted, my tastes change frequently, but for right now, I am enjoying this little cake immensely. 

    I typically eat my treats after lunch, as I find eating pretty much anything after dinner sits heavy in my stomach and can negatively affect my sleep.

    It also works out better to do a workout shortly after said treat! The chocolate and carbs work to give me a nice boost of energy.

    Chocolate chip cake in a small dish in the sun.

    Why I love this recipe

    As I wrote above, this cake is one of the best things to come out of my kitchen recently.

    I love the combination of ingredients, and I'm also a big fan of the flavor. The batter reminds me a bit of overnight oats!

    High in protein - This little cake boasts EIGHT grams of protein, thanks in large part to the addition of Greek yogurt.

    Less sweetener - Only ONE teaspoon of maple syrup added!

    No oil or butter - The fat in the recipe comes from the yogurt and (possibly) the milk used.

    It's delicious! - Not only is this chocolate chip mug cake healthy, it's also mighty tasty, and it makes a great treat.

    Top down view of cake with chocolate on top in a white dish.

    Ingredients needed

    Oats and flour - This make the base of the cake. The oats add a delicious, chewy texture, while the flour holds the cake together. I've used light buckwheat, oat, spelt, and barley flours with good results.

    Baking soda - This helps the cake to bake and rise.

    Sea salt, cinnamon, vanilla - These all contribute to flavor; the cinnamon is optional.

    Greek yogurt - This adds protein, a little fat, and structure to the cake. Full-fat or 2% are the best choices.

    Applesauce - I love adding applesauce to baked goods, as it adds a natural sweetness. I always have a batch of my Instant Pot Applesauce on hand for recipes. If you'd prefer, mashed banana will also work.

    Milk of your choice - Depending on what flour you use, you'll need between one and 1 1/2 tablespoons of milk.

    Maple syrup, stevia - These ingredients are used to sweeten the mug cake. I've also used coconut nectar, which is lower glycemic, with good results!

    Chocolate chips - This also contributes to overall sweetness; if you're really watching your sugar intake, try these unsweetened chocolate chips.

    How to make a chocolate chip mug cake

    The first step is to mix together the dry ingredients.

    Next, stir in the remaining wet ingredients, including the yogurt, applesauce, syrup, milk, vanilla, and stevia, if using. Add enough milk to make the batter slightly 'pourable'.

    • Oats, flour, and cinnamon in a white bowl.
    • Mixing ingredients together in a small bowl.
    • Batter mixed with a green spoon in a bowl.

    The biggest concern with not adding enough liquid is the cake being dry.

    Pour the batter into a well-oiled ramekin and top it with chocolate!

    • Batter in a white dish on a wood table.
    • Batter with chocolate chips in a small white dish.

    Bake the cake just until the top is 'springy' to the touch (in other words, it should feel a bit 'bouncy' and not sink in).

    Bite of chocolate chip cake on a spoon.

    How to serve the cake

    There are myriad ways to serve this; here are a few of my favorites:

    • You can serve it like a muffin and spread a little butter or coconut oil on top.
    • Mix up a nut or seed butter sauce, such as my Peanut Butter Frosting. I've also used Sunbutter and almond butter in place of the peanut butter.
    • Whip some fresh cream and dollop it on top! This is our favorite, the kids love whipped cream!

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    Spooning out a bite of chocolate covered cake.
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    Healthy Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

    This delicious, low sugar chocolate chip mug cake is made without eggs or oil - Greek yogurt adds a nice protein boost.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time16 mins
    0 mins
    Total Time21 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Cake, Chocolate, Oat flour, Oatmeal
    Servings: 1 cake
    Calories: 273kcal

    Ingredients

    • 3 Tablespoons quick oats
    • 2 Tablespoons flour (oat, light buckwheat, and barley all work)
    • ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/16 teaspoon sea salt
    • dash cinnamon
    • 2 Tablespoons Greek yogurt
    • 1 ½ Tablespoons applesauce
    • 1 - 1 ½ Tablespoon milk of your choice
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • stevia to taste (I use one drop)
    • 2 Tablespoons chopped chocolate or chocolate chips

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
    • In a small bowl, mix the dry ingredients (oats, flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon).
    • Stir in the remaining until all is well combined; start with one tablespoon of milk and add extra, if needed.
    • Pour the batter into a well-oiled mug or ramekin (it should hold about 8-10 ounces)
    • Top with the chocolate (mix some into the batter as well, if you like).
    • Bake 14-16 minutes or until top is springy to the touch.

    Notes

    Nutrition facts based on using unsweetened almond milk and one ounce (which is about two tablespoons) 2% Greek yogurt.
    Weight Watchers points: 11

    Nutrition

    Sugar: 18.7g | Fiber: 3.9g | Calories: 273kcal | Fat: 8.8g | Protein: 8.1g | Carbohydrates: 39.6g

    If you have a chance to try this recipe, please leave a star rating and a comment below letting me know how you liked it!

    Shared with: Full Plate Thursday

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    1. Tammy

      January 10, 2023 at 12:22 pm

      I've never made myself a mug cake before but this healthier version looks so good! What a perfect treat for a single serving ^_^

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    2. Renee

      January 05, 2023 at 7:24 am

      Tried this for breakfast this morning and I love it! Nice to get some protein with it too. Thanks!

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