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German Chocolate Muffin in a Mug {THM-S, Low Carb, Sugar Free}

April 3, 2017 By Sarah Hardy 17 Comments

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All the flavors of your favorite cake in a quick, decadent muffin in a mug. Chocolate cake with chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut (caramel and whipped topping optional)! This recipe is sugar free, low carb, and a THM-S.

German Chocolate Muffin in a Mug (THM-S, Low Carb, Sugar Free)

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I love muffins and cakes that you can make in mugs. Truly, they are such a fast and convenient option for busy mornings! And chocolate makes everything better, of course!

I grew up eating German Chocolate Cake. My Mom would make the cake and the frosting from scratch, and the taste was just beyond compare. It is still my Dad’s favorite cake, and she makes it for him on special occasions. I wanted a chocolate muffin in a mug, and then decided it would be fun to add the chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut. The result is this delicious muffin (or maybe we should call it cake?)!

German Chocolate Muffin in a Mug (THM-S, Low Carb, Sugar Free)

Of course, you can eat it straight out of the mug (which I do most of the time), or you can turn it out onto a plate. If I am feeling especially decadent, I top it with caramel sauce (just omit the maple flavoring in this recipe) and homemade sweetened whipped cream. It is surely a decadent treat, but totally on plan!

You should have seen my kids while I was trying to photograph this recipe. They were like vultures standing over my shoulders. “Mom, can we have a bite now?” “Now, Mom?” “Can we eat it yet?” As soon as I said “yes” it was devoured!

German Chocolate Muffin in a Mug (THM-S, Low Carb, Sugar Free)

So, what do you need for this recipe?

2 Tablespoons Trim Healthy Mama Baking Blend

1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder

1 – 1.5 Tablespoons Gentle Sweet (you can use the 1.5 Tablespoon if you really like things sweet)

1/2 Teaspoon Baking Powder

2 Tablespoons Unsweetened Almond Milk

1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil

1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

1 Egg

1 Tablespoon Flaked Unsweetened Coconut

1 Tablespoon Lilly’s Chocolate Chips

1 Tablespoon Chopped Pecans

If you like muffins in mugs, be sure to check out my Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin in a Mug!

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2 Tablespoons Trim Healthy Mama Baking Blend 1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder 1 - 1.5 Tablespoons Gentle Sweet (you can use the 1.5 Tablespoon if you really like things sweet) 1/2 Teaspoon Baking Powder 2 Tablespoons Unsweetened Almond Milk 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 1 Egg 1 Tablespoon Flaked Unsweetened Coconut 1 Tablespoon Lilly's Chocolate Chips 1 Tablespoon Chopped Pecans

German Chocolate Muffin in a Mug {THM-S, Low Carb, Sugar Free}

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Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Trim Healthy Mama Baking Blend
  • 1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder
  • 1 - 1.5 Tablespoons Gentle Sweet you can use the 1.5 Tablespoon if you really like things sweet
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 2 Tablespoons Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 Tablespoon Unsweetened Flaked Coconut
  • 1 Tablespoon Lily's Dark Chocolate Chips
  • 1 Tablespoon Chopped Pecans

Instructions

  • Spray a large microwavable mug with coconut oil cooking spray.
  • Add egg to mug and whisk egg until frothy.
  • Add baking blend, cocoa powder, gentle sweet, baking powder, almond milk, coconut oil, and vanilla and mix well.
  • In a small bowl, combine chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut.
  • Add half the mixture to the batter and mix well.
  • Sprinkle remaining mixture on top of batter.
  • Microwave for 1 minute.
  • Top with whipped cream and caramel sauce if desired.
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  1. Sharon

    April 8, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    Thank you for this yummy muffin/I like to call it cake! 😀
    It is so good! I finally got to try it today! I was babysitting my grandson at his house every day this week and I couldn’t wait to get home and make this!

    Reply
    • dsdjhardy

      April 8, 2017 at 4:50 pm

      Yes, it is like cake! Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  2. Debbie Murrill

    June 12, 2017 at 3:47 am

    This looks really good!

    Reply
  3. Wendy

    July 10, 2017 at 1:41 pm

    This looks yummy and quick to make! I don’t buy almond milk, can I use heavy cream instead?

    Reply
    • Sarah Hardy

      July 18, 2017 at 9:18 pm

      I would think so!

      Reply
  4. Heather

    September 6, 2017 at 1:13 pm

    This was the first time I’ve used a microwave to “bake”. Once my minute was up I could see it quite liquidy on the bottom. The cake shrunk a bit to the middle and left the bottom kind of slimey. I turned it over onto a plate and ate it anyways(delicious) because I thought it must be meant to be that way. Now I am wondering…next time…I should add 10 seconds?

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    • Sarah Hardy

      September 6, 2017 at 3:15 pm

      Mine is usually a bit “gooey” on the bottom, but that is because I like it that way. You can certainly add 10 seconds to the cook time!

      Reply
      • Lyne Gagné

        January 27, 2018 at 10:52 am

        5 stars
        I love it gooey too 🙂

        Reply
  5. Ronna Berezin

    January 5, 2018 at 8:09 am

    You are the best and exceed THM in the muffin dept which is what I just made! I live for your 2 min truffles! Genius healthy chef!!

    Reply
  6. Laurie

    February 3, 2018 at 1:47 pm

    5 stars
    Omg…and I thought the THM Volcano Mudslide mim was good… This is WONderful!! (German chocolate cake is my favorite!) MMK awesomeness strikes again!! 🙂

    Reply
  7. Kendra

    February 22, 2018 at 4:21 am

    5 stars
    How long in an oven? I do not have a microwave and this looks amazing!

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    • Sarah Hardy

      February 22, 2018 at 11:50 am

      I would say 15-20 minutes at 350? Just keep an eye on it.

      Reply
  8. Chelsea

    December 2, 2019 at 9:58 pm

    5 stars
    This is amazing! I need a good thm caramel sauce to top this! Thank you for the great recipe! ❤️

    Reply
  9. Sara

    March 7, 2021 at 9:35 am

    What is you do not have THM backing blend? Could you use 1 tablespoon of sprouted flour and 1 table spoon of oat bran?

    Reply
    • Sarah Hardy

      March 30, 2021 at 11:33 am

      If you do not have the Trim Healthy Mama Baking Blend, you can use an equal amount of almond flour, flax meal, and coconut flour.

      Reply

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