This Peppermint Brownie Lava Cake THM-S, Low Carb, KETO is part of my holiday survival plan!
It has a delightful combination of flavors and has a texture that will be a yummy winter treat to remember.
When you get right down to it we all have a food or a combination of foods that we just are not going to live without long term. I know I sure have a few and peppermint/chocolate is definitely one.
So I’m updating and sharing this recipe just in time for the holidays.
This Sugar-Free Peppermint Brownie Lava Cake satisfies my brownie cravings and has become my new go-to when I need a quick fudgy fix that is so satisfying I can eat it for a meal and be satisfied for hours.
Do you love mug cakes? Here are just a couple of my favorites:
Three Minute German Chocolate has a legit microwavable frosting.
Dulce de Leche Spiced Mug Cake with a real microwaved caramel frosting.
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Since the original posting of this recipe, I’ve managed to share my favorite fudgy treat of all time (sugar-free wise). These Fudgy Low Carb Brownies are destined to become one of the most popular chocolate recipes on my blog.
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Peppermint Brownie Lava Cake
Prep
Cook
Total
Yield 1
Ingredients
- 1 T melted butter or melted refined coconut oil for dairy free
- 1 T blanched almond flour finely ground)
- 1 T ground golden flax
- 1 T cocoa powder - (link to Ghiradelli and I'm basically addicted to it 😉 )
- 1 T Gentle Sweet sweetener or 2 T Swerve
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp. peppermint extract*
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon sugar free chocolate chips (Save back a few for the top if you wish)
- whipped cream or low carb ice cream for topping!
Instructions
- In a large cup or mug, combine the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Mix the rest of the ingredients in and stir well.
- Top with a few extra chocolate chips.
- Cook in the microwave for 45-55 seconds until done but fudgey, lava cake consistency.*
- If you prefer more of a baked cake texture return it for a drier cake.
Notes
*Make sure you get peppermint and not any other mint.
*Oven times will vary and you do want this to be a bit underdone.
THIS RECIPE WORKS BEST WITH A NATURAL SWEETENER CALLED GENTLE SWEET BUT BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING WHEN USING IT:
THM Gentle Sweet is so authentically sugary sweet because it contains xylitol and high-quality stevia.
BUT xylitol is dangerous to pets so if yours have access to your treats be sure and use the Xylitol Free Gentle Sweet (the taste and texture are not quite spot on but still a great product.
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I can’t wait to try peppermint brownie lava cake!
I hope you love it Anne! 🙂 <3
I don’t microwave, how long should I bake it in the oven? And at what temp?
I’m sorry Diane, I haven’t tested this recipe in the oven. I’ll definitely update the recipe and let you know when I do though.