🥩 Fluffy Carnivore Mug Cake
⏱ Time
5 minutes total
🍽 Servings
1 mug cake
🛒 Ingredients
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1 large egg
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2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
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1 tbsp heavy cream (or melted butter)
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½ tsp baking powder (optional but key for fluffiness — skip if strict)
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Pinch of salt
Optional (for texture, still carnivore for many):
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1 tbsp finely crushed pork rinds (makes it more bread-like)
🧁 Instructions
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Add all ingredients to a microwave-safe mug.
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Whisk really well (or blend with a fork) until totally smooth.
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Microwave:
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60 seconds, check
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Add 10–15 seconds if needed
(It should puff up and set in the middle.)
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Let it sit 30–60 seconds — it firms up and gets fluffier.
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Eat straight from the mug or tip it out and slice.
✅ Texture & Flavor Tips
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Cream cheese must be soft or you’ll get lumps
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Don’t overcook — dry = rubbery
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Pork rinds = more structure, less eggy taste
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For savory, add a pinch of garlic powder or cheese
🔥 Variations
Savory bread
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Add 1–2 tbsp shredded cheddar or mozzarella
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Great for sliders or butter topping
Sweet-style (if you allow it)
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Add a few drops of liquid stevia or monk fruit
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Cinnamon + butter on top = chef’s kiss
Ultra-light version
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Separate the egg
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Whip the white to soft peaks
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Fold it in gently before microwaving
❓ Quick Q&A
Why didn’t mine rise?
Old baking powder or overmixed batter.
Why is it eggy?
Needs more fat — add cream or butter.
Can I bake it instead?
Yes!
350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes in a ramekin.
Strict carnivore option?
Egg + cream cheese + butter only (denser but still good).

