Magic Mug Low Carb Bread Recipe
by Sommer Collier — last updated on Dec 20, 2024 
Best Low Carb Microwave Bread Recipe – Light and fluffy Magic Mug Low Carb Bread is magically Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo, Ketogenic friendly AND easy to make in under 5 minutes!
Ava’s Journey to Gluten-Free Living
Back in 2017 our then-15-year-old daughter, Ava, was diagnosed with “Irritable Bowel Syndrome,” a label which seems to be a catch-all term for any digestive issue in which mainstream doctors can’t find a cause. To help alleviate painful symptoms, Ava has been on a gluten-free, sugar-free, dairy-free diet and also avoids High FODMAP foods which includes a long list of fruits and vegetables.
Throughout her journey of living with IBS, she has come up with all kinds of terrific recipes that satisfy her cravings without upsetting her stomach. And while nearly all of them have been winners, this Magic Mug Low Carb Bread recipe is definitely one of her biggest hits!
Why We Love This Magic Mug Bread Recipe
This recipe came from many rounds of trial and error, with us testing all sorts of gluten-free bread recipes with tweaks to accommodate Ava’s diet. She found several recipes for gluten-free microwavable mug bread… All with rice, coconut, or quinoa flour, which she cannot eat.
Ava made adjustments using almond flour, more moisture, and… Viola!
She absolutely nailed the BEST Gluten Free, Grain Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy Free, Paleo, Ketogenic, Low FODMAP bread that actually tastes and feels like bread!
If you deal with allergies or health issues that limit your diet or are just trying to eat a more low carb diet, give Ava’s Low Carb Magic Mug Bread a try! In fact, we much prefer this cloud bread over others like Ezekiel bread, almond flour bread, multiseed loaves, Dave’s Killer bread, or golden wheat bread.
Ingredients You Need
- Oil – any variety like avocado oil, canola oil, vegetable oil, or olive oil (which will have a distinct EVOO taste)
- Large eggs – or liquid vegan egg substitute
- Fine ground almond flour – I used Bob’s Red Mill, but you can use whatever brand you prefer
- Baking powder – check to be sure it’s grain-free
- Sea salt – just a bit to balance the flavor
How To Make Magic Mug Low Carb Bread
- Use you preferred oil to grease the inside of a straight microwavable mug.
- Whisk eggs, fine ground almond flour, gluten free baking powder, and sea salt together. This can be done directly in the mug, or in a separate bowl.
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- Then microwave the bread batter in the mug for 3 minutes.
- Turn the mug over and out pops a loaf of light fluffy allergen-free IBS-friendly bread! Give it a minute or two before using a serrated knife to cut thick slices.
Pro Tip: Make multiple batches by tripling or quadrupling the recipe and whisking the batter in a large bowl. Then pour the batter into various oiled mugs and microwave. Add 1 minute cook time for each additional mug.
Ways to Use Magic Mug Bread
The bread has a mild nutty flavor and a light spongy texture. So thick slices of this low carb loaf make marvelous little sandwiches or sliders, can be used in french toast, and toasts beautifully in a skillet without any oil or butter.
Toast up slices and spread on dairy-free butter, a drizzle of honey, or your favorite low carb jam or preserves. Just like an English muffin. And it makes a fabulous base for grain-free avocado toast!
Speaking of toasting, you can use this bread to make low carb croutons as well! Cube the loaf and toast the pieces in a dry skillet until perfectly crisp. Then add them to soups and salads for a nice crunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! If you are allergic to nuts or simply don’t like them, AND want to keep things grain-free, quinoa flour and coconut flour are great options.
If you use coconut flour you will need to use only 1/3 cup, and add an additional 2 tablespoons oil to soften the bread.
If you do not need to eat grain free, oat flour is a very tasty option.
Yes and no… Yes, you can bake this bread in the oven at 350 degrees F, for 10-20 minutes, depending on the baking dish you place it in.
However, it does not turn out the same. It needs that quick-heat from the microwave to form a light pillowy loaf. Our very best baked version was spread on a sheet of parchment paper in a jelly roll pan, so it was very thin. Better, but still not as good as the microwave version.
Most major brands today are made without gluten, but not all. You will need to check the label to be sure.
Many brands are made with cornstarch, so if you need to stick to a strict grain free diet, you either need to purchase grain free baking powder, or make your own.
You can make grain free baking powder by combining 1 part baking soda and 2 parts cream of tartar.
You can use a store-bought vegan egg substitute. We’ve found the “Follow Your Heart” brand works pretty well.
You can also make flax or chia seed egg substitute. Grind 1 tablespoon of flax or chia seeds in a small coffee grinder. Place the ground seeds in a small bowl and add 2 1/2 tablespoons of water. Stir, then let the mixture rest for 5 minutes before using. This creates one flax (or chai) egg. You want to double the ingredients for this recipe.
I like to make this low carb bread recipe fresh for each meal. Leftover bread will still taste pretty good, but has the most fluffy and tender texture soon after it’s microwaved.
If you do have leftovers, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store on the counter for a day or so.
Looking for More Low Carb Recipes? Be Sure to Also Try:
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- The Best Cloud Bread Recipe
- Low Carb Cauliflower Crackers
- Keto Egg Roll Wrap Recipe
- Skinny Chicken A La King
- Soft Whole Wheat Bread
- Low Carb Cloud Bread Pancakes (Ketogenic)
- Irish Roasted Cabbage Low Carb Pizza Recipe
- Easiest Whole Grain Bread Seeded Loaf by Minimalist Baker
- Gluten Free Bagels by Gluten Free on a Shoestring
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Magic Mug Low Carb Bread
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Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon oil any variety
- 2 large eggs or liquid vegan egg substitute
- 1/2 cup fine ground almond flour (I used Bob’s Red Mill)
- 1/2 teaspoon grain-free baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Drizzle the oil into a tall straight mug, about 3.5 inches wide and 5 inches tall. Brush the oil around the edges to grease the mug.
- Place the eggs, almond flour, baking powder, and salt in the mug. Whisk with a fork until very smooth. Tap the mug on the counter to remove air pockets.
- Microwave on high heat for 3 minutes. Shake the bread loaf out of the mug. Slice with a serrated knife and serve.
- Wrap well and store in the refrigerator.
Made this tonight. Hubby is diabetic and I am doing low carb and extremely low sodium. Made it without the salt..we actually had sandwiches for supper. Going to make it in the morning so I can try cinnamon toast. Toasting on the stovetop sounds like a good idea. Thinking of adding the Ceylon Cinnamon to the mix. My sodium level needs to be under 1000 mg a day.
Thank you so much for the recipe.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. So, I’ll have to substitute gluten free oat flour but I’m very happy to come across your recipe. I have several allergies, sensitivities, and a bad gut as well. Finding easy to make food is near impossible. I am not a fan of being in the kitchen all day, it’s just not my thing. Thank you for the flax egg substitute as well, because I’ll be needing to use that. Thank you for all of your time and hard work that went into perfecting this recipe!
Try 1 egg and 1/4 cup milk or non-dairy milk. It’s more cakey and less eggy.
I tried this with a couple of modifications: I used whole wheat flour; instead of 2 eggs, I used 1 egg and 1/4 cup milk; I also added 1/4 cup raisins, a tsp sugar and a tsp of vanilla. It came out beautiful and delicious. I am enjoying it with my morning coffee right now!
My son and I love this recipe. We’ve tweaked it a bit as I can’t tolerate too much almond flour. We *half* the recipe & use a larger ramekin for “hamburger buns” as we find the full recipe very filling for one person. To make *half* a “whole wheat” type version, we use 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed, 2 Tbsp parmesan cheese (powdered type), and 1 Tbsp of almond flour (instead of just almond flour). 1 egg, 1/2 tsp baking powder and a pinch of salt. Same cook time. The cheese adds great flavor. I add herbs to this same recipe if I want to make croutons. Just cube & toast after microwaving. Great recipe! Thank you for sharing it!
I’m really glad I came across this recipe. Even though it has a few more carbs than the cloud bread, it’s soooooo quick and easy and worth it. It’s also good when you add a bit of seasoning . Does it taste like bread? not really, but it definitely helps satisfy bread cravings! I prefer breakfast sandwiches with it because the bread does taste a little eggy, but only slightly.
I made this in a Square shaped bowl and cut thin slices that actually looked like bread. I definitely will put this in rotation! Thanks so much.
I am allergic to almonds so I use sesame flour, my attempt turned out dry would you suggest less cooking time in the microwave or more egg for moisture?
I’m so glad I came upon your recipe. It is really good. Its very hard to find gluten free, dairy free, sugar free and yeast free anything let alone something that tastes good. Thank you Ava and Sommer!
This bread had a nice light texture. I liked it toasted.
How does one adapt this recipe to use coconut flour instead of almond flour ?
Hi Natalie,
I can’t say for sure because I have not tried that. However, coconut flour is extremely absorbent and may become too dry. Are you allergic to nuts?
Did you try it? I want to because I only have coconut flour at the moment. Let me know!
Beautiful, thanks for sharing the recipe; turned out exactly like the picture
I omitted the baking powder and still is great
Fantastic! Thanks so much for the feedback. I’m so very glad you liked them .:)
What kind of vegan egg do you recommend I tried bobs red mill egg replacer and the dough was too thick. Added water and it was better. Is there something else you may recommend Thanks in advance!
Hi Char,
Look for the Follow Your Heart brand. It works pretty well. :)