Sweetened with stevia, it has 4 grams of carbs and 200 calories for the entire filling cake. I really like mug cakes. I have a few of them on this website, and I really appreciate the way they satisfy sweet tooth cravings swiftly and efficiently. I also like that they make just one serving - built-in portion control! This mug cheesecake is a lifesaver. Made in the microwave, it’s ready super fast, it’s very filling, and it satisfies that craving for cheesecake that I tend to get once in a while.
Ingredients
You’ll only need a few simple ingredients to make this tasty cake. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here’s an overview of what you’ll need: Cream cheese: I like to use reduced-fat cream cheese, but you can absolutely use full-fat if you’d like. Vanilla extract: Try to use the real thing - pure vanilla extract - and not the artificially flavored stuff. Sweetener: I use stevia. You can use a granulated sweetener instead, but it’s best to use a powdered sweetener to prevent a grainy texture. Egg: I use large eggs in most of my recipes, including this one.
Instructions
Making this microwave cheesecake is easy! Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps: Soften the cheese. Start by placing the cream cheese in a 1-cup ramekin. Soften it in the microwave. Mix in the remaining ingredients until completely smooth. Microwave the mixture on high for 90 seconds. Let cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate. You can dust it with a powdered sweetener to make it look pretty.
Expert tip
After adding the egg to the batter, you’ll need to be patient. Keep mixing until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps. It will take a couple of minutes, so just keep going!
Frequently asked questions
Variations
The best way to vary this recipe is to use different flavor extracts. So instead of vanilla extract, you could try using coconut extract, lemon extract, or orange extract.
Serving suggestions
You can make this cake prettier by dusting it with powdered sweetener. You can obviously top this cake with other toppings. Such as berries, keto whipped cream, chocolate whipped cream, keto ice cream, a drizzle of melted dark chocolate, or melted peanut butter.
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