Best keto mug cheesecake

Have you been craving for an easy keto cream cheese dessert that’s creamy, juicy and delicious and ready in just minutes? Well, then I’ve got the perfect treat for ya!

This keto cheesecake mug cake recipe is hands down my favorite keto dessert EVER. And the fact that I can just whip it up in my microwave in minutes makes it even sweeter.

If you’re sick of having dry and tasteless keto desserts, give this one a try and you will be craving this healthy mug cake recipe every day after trying it once! It really is the perfect dessert for low-carb diet!

How many carbs can you have on keto?

To reach, and stay in ketosis, most individuals need to eat 20-50 g net carbs per day. I have been on the keto diet for 7 months now and I find the perfect amount of carbs per day for me is 30-40 g. Please consult your doctor before starting any diet.

Can you eat cream cheese on the keto diet?

Cream cheese is a keto-friendly and low carb food which is high in fats and makes a great addition to a huge range of keto baked goods.

1 oz of cream cheese contains 8g of fat and just 0.8 g of net carbs, making it a great food to enjoy on the keto diet.

Will this cheesecake taste eggy?

While everyone’s taste buds may slightly vary, in my opinion, this cheesecake doesn’t taste eggy at all.

Since the egg to cream cheese ratio is pretty balanced, you will barely notice the taste of the egg while eating it.

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4 ingredient keto cheesecake shopping list

Here’s everything you will need to make the keto cheesecake in a cup recipe

Full-fat cream cheese (softened)
Vanilla extract (sugar-free)
Sweetener (we use Erythritol)
1 egg at room temperature

How to make keto microwave mug cheesecake

Put the cream cheese into a small microwave-safe bowl and heat it up for 15-30 seconds until it is nice and soft. (You can skip this step if your cream cheese is already softened by being at room temp for at least 30 minutes)
Whisk in vanilla, sweetener and 1 egg. Make sure everything is combined and there are no lumps!
Pour the mixture into small microwave-safe mugs or a ramekin that’s been lightly sprayed with cooking spray or butter. The cake will rise just a bit so make sure it’s not filled to the brim.
Microwave for 90 seconds while checking on it every 30 seconds. The cooking time depends on your microwave.
To make sure the keto microwave mug cheesecake is fully cooked through, stick a toothpick into it and if the pick comes out clean, it’s done.
Let the cheesecake rest in a fridge for at least 10 minutes before eating. The longer the chilling time, the less likely it is to taste eggy.

This is what the keto cheesecake mug cake looks like straight out of the microwave. Pretty boring looking huh? Let’s dress it up a bit!

What can you serve with the keto microwave cheesecake?

Here are some of the best low-carb topping ideas for the mug cheesecake. These will make a huge difference in the taste of your cake:

This keto cheesecake in a cup tastes extra delicious with some homemade sugar-free whipped cream or melted chocolate.

To make the melted chocolate sauce, put 1 tbsp of Lily’s dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and melt for 30-60 seconds (depending on the power of your microwave) until it’s melted. That’s it! Now drizzle that chocolatey goodness all over your mug cheesecake! (Note, 1 tbsp of Lily’s dark chocolate chips will add 1 net carb!)

You could also serve this with some sugar free heavy cream or keto fresh fruit such as strawberries, raspberries or blackberries.

Tips & tricks for best results:

Try using powdered sweetener instead of granular one for a more smooth consistency of the cheesecake.
For a tangier flavor, replace 1/2 of the cream cheese (1.5 oz) with the same amount in sour cream or Greek yogurt.
Add a 1/2 tsp of lemon zest to take this decadent dessert to a whole other level!
Instead of drizzling with melted dark chocolate, use melted peanut butter.
Use an electric mixer for an ultra smooth cheesecake.

Can you make the keto cheesecake recipe in an oven?

If you don’t own a microwave or prefer to use an oven you can make this crustless cheesecake in the oven instead.

Simply preheat your oven to 320 F (160 C) and once the oven is preheated, pop in your oven safe ramekins with the cheesecake mix and bake for 10-12 minutes until it’s set but the centre is a little bit jiggly.

Prefer a cheesecake with a low-carb crust? Try this:

To make a simple almond flour crust, combine 2 tbsp of almond flour, 1 tsp sweetener and 1 tsp melted butter. Then press the mixture into the bottom of your greased ramekin and add the cheesecake filling mixture on top.

Can you eat the cheesecake mug dessert the next day?

The cheesecake will actually taste better after it has cooled down and even better the next day. It will last in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 2 days.

Although, resisting the delicious microwave keto cheesecake treat for 2 whole days might be a challenge!

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Best Keto Mug Cheesecake With 4-Ingredients In a Microwave

Name: Best Keto Mug Cheesecake With 4-Ingredients In a Microwave
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 oz cream cheese softened; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsp sweetener (we use Erythritol); 1 egg at room temperature

4.5 Stars (211 Reviews)

Deliciously creamy and rich keto mug cheesecake that only takes 90 seconds to make. This crazy easy 4-ingredient keto microwave cheesecake recipe tastes just like real cheesecake but you can enjoy it totally guilt-free as it only contains 2g net carbs per cake!

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 1 minute

Total Time 3 minutes

Ingredients

3 oz cream cheese softened
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp sweetener (we use Erythritol)
1 egg at room temperature

Instructions

Put the cream cheese into a small microwave-safe bowl and heat it up for 15-30 seconds until it is nice and soft.

Whisk in vanilla, sweetener and 1 egg. Make sure everything is combined and there are no lumps!
Pour the mixture into a small microwave-safe mug or a ramekin. The cake will rise just a bit so make sure it's not filled to the brim.
Microwave for 90 seconds while checking on it every 30 seconds.
To make sure the keto microwave mug cheesecake is fully cooked through, stick a toothpick into it and if the pick comes out clean, it's done.
Let the cheesecake rest in a fridge for at least 10 minutes before eating.

Notes

This keto cheesecake in a cup tastes extra delicious with some fresh berries, sugar-free whipped cream or melted chocolate.

To make the melted chocolate sauce, put 1 tbsp of Lily's dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and melt for 30-60 seconds (depending on your microwave) until it's melted. That's it!

Now drizzle that chocolatey goodness all over your mug cheesecake! (Note, 1 tbsp of Lily's dark chocolate chips will add 1 net carb!)

Keto Millenial

Best Keto Mug Cheesecake With 4 Ingredients In a Microwave

Deliciously creamy and rich keto mug cheesecake that only takes 90 seconds to make.

This crazy easy 4-ingredient keto microwave cheesecake recipe tastes just like real cheesecake but you can enjoy it totally guilt-free as it only contains 2.6g net carbs per cake and is made with simple ingredients!