Name: Keto Cheesecake in a Mug
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 3 h 5 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: dessert
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 2 Tablespoons keto sweetener; 2 Tablespoons heavy cream; ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract; 1 egg, lightly beaten; Optional: Melted low-carb chocolate and berries

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Crustless cheesecake seems to be a popular dessert choice on a low-carb diet, so it’s only right that we make a keto mug cheesecake.

Microwave keto cheesecake in a mug is never going to fully compare to the real thing, let’s face it. But, this recipe has been tested several times to assure you that it’s the best tasting low-carb microwave cheesecake.

This recipe takes a bit more time than the other low-carb mug cakes on this site, but it’s worth it to satisfy your creamy cheesecake craving!

Cheesecake topped with berries and chocolate on a plate.

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Low-Carb Cheesecake Mug Dessert

Although this mug dessert takes longer due to the chilling time, it’s actually a bit easier to make than the others. There’s no almond flour or coconut flour to mess with, and fewer ingredients than most of the other mug cakes.

This cake is also different in that it makes two servings instead of the typical single serve portion. It’s the perfect dessert for a keto date night! Share the second one with a friend or save it for another day.

I love having this recipe as a base to play around with toppings and mix-ins, too. That creamy cheesecake flavor goes so well with so many other flavors!

Ingredients to make a keto cheesecake in a mug.

Keto Cheesecake in a Mug Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make this recipe. Exact measurements are in the recipe card below.

Cream cheese
Keto sweetener
Heavy cream
Vanilla extract
Egg
Optional: Melted low-carb chocolate and berries

How to make Keto Mug Cheesecake in the Microwave

In a small mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on low speed to blend the softened cream cheese until smooth.

Add the sweetener, heavy cream, and vanilla extract and continue to beat.

Add the egg in last and continue to mix until fully incorporated.

Cheesecake batter in a small dish next to berries.

Distribute the batter evenly into two microwave-safe mugs or ramekins.

Microwaved cheesecake in a mug next to berries.

Microwave one at a time for one minute and thirty seconds each.

Cheesecake after it's baked on a plate next to berries.

Continue cooking in thirty-second intervals until the center is set, but still very soft.

Piping melted chocolate onto a tiny cheesecake.

Allow the mug cakes to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator until completely cooled.

Fork full of cake above a cheesecake with berries and chocolate.

Serve with desired toppings.

Fork standing in a cheesecake with chocolate and berries. Basket of blueberries in the background.

Low-carb Mug Cheesecake Recipe Notes and FAQ

Can I skip the 3-hour chilling step?

This dessert must be enjoyed fully chilled or the egg taste will be prominent. Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight for the best results. You can speed up the process by flipping the mug cake onto a plate before chilling.

Overhead shot of a cheesecake with berries on a white plate.

What are the best low-carb cheesecake toppings?

Here are some low-carb topping ideas to add flavor to your cheesecake:

Melt keto chocolate chips for a drizzle
Fresh berries like blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries
Keto whipped cream
Low-carb chocolate whipped topping
You can also add chocolate chips or blueberries to the batter

If you choose to add toppings or mix-ins, be sure to factor them into your macros.

Cheesecake on a plate with berries and chocolate around.

Why does this recipe have so much cream cheese?

There are other recipes out there with a lot less cream cheese. After sampling several of them, many taste like sweet egg and it’s not the ideal cheesecake flavor. By using more cream cheese, you get closer to that delicious cheesecake taste that you crave.

Small cheesecake on a white plate topped with berries and melted chocolate.

2 mug cakes

Keto Cheesecake in a Mug

Prep Time: 3 minutes

Cook Time: 2 minutes

Additional Time: 3 hours

Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes

Microwave cheesecake in a mug. 7g net carbs per cake not including toppings.

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 Tablespoons keto sweetener
2 Tablespoons heavy cream
¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 egg, lightly beaten
Optional: Melted low-carb chocolate and berries

Instructions

In a small bowl, use an electric mixer on low speed to blend the cream cheese until smooth.
Add the sweetener, heavy cream, and vanilla and beat again.
Add the egg last and continue to beat until fully incorporated.
Distribute the batter evenly in two mugs or ramekins.
Cook one at a time in the microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds. Continue cooking in 30 second intervals until the center is set, but still very soft.
Allow the mug cake to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator until completely cooled.
Serve with desired toppings.

Notes

This must be enjoyed fully chilled or the egg taste will be prominent. You can even chill it overnight. To speed the process, you can turn the mug cake out onto a plate before chilling.

You can adjust the level of sweetness by adjusting the erythritol.

Nutrition facts calculated using Carb Manager and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate.

Main nutrition facts include the cake without any additional toppings or mix-ins.

Keto Mug Cheesecake