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.
Life saver recipe! All the things I can’t eat are absent and it’s delish!
Super easy and super tasty! Never have I found low FODMAP gf and now carb bread in one go, toasted this is delightful!
I just wanted to know if you can freeze the bread?
Hi Joky,
Yes, you can freeze it for 3-6 months. Wrap it very well to avoid freezer burn.
I will be making this bread in just a few minutes, it looks so delicious. I have just started a low carb “lifestyle”, do not like the word “diet”
My question is does this bread freeze well?
Hi Jette,
Yes, you can definitely freeze it. Thaw it at room temperature when you are ready to serve it.
Thank you so much for this recipe! I made my first “loaf” and was hooked! Mine was not eggy at all, very bready.
Modification
I switched to coconut flour for the second batches and used Egg whites instead of whole eggs. This modification made the Carb and calorie numbers work for me, but it came out more Eggy – so I just popped them back into the microwave and cooked them longer . Solved the problem! I think it was the coconut flour that threw it off, because I ended up having to add much more water. I will reduce the coconut flour next batch and bake for 2 – 3 mins checking on the consistency.
I also 1.5 Xed the recipe and used a cut-down-egg-white carton for square bread! :D
Thanks again!
Vicki
I tried making the cloud bread and no luck I could not bring the eggs whites to a stiff peak. What’s the secret ??
Hi Gigi,
If any yolks break into the whites it makes them very hard to whip.
a pinch of cream of tartar will improve the whipping of egg whites
whisking on high for 5/6 min and cream of tartar
my son and I both laughed at ourselves the entire time we were making this because we knew it would be a huge failure, but as I type I am eating a cucumber and cream cheese sandwich on MY NEW FAVORITE BREAD!
Hi Tracey,
LOL! I’m so glad you tried it, even with doubts. :)
“Fantastic”. Came out right the first time.
Loved it! I’m on a paleo diet and this hit my craving for bread, also it’s ridiculously easy which is a huge bonus on weekends when I don’t want to cook.
My only question: how many calories exactly is 1 full mug? I’m sorry I’m rather new at measuring/counting calories, so the serving: 8 grams is throwing me off.
Thank you for saying most baking powders contain corn starch. So may people say their recipes are zero carb and yet it has baking powder that contains cornstarch.
just tried it and wow its easy and tasty.
thank you
This is AMAZING! I just made it and it turned out exactly like the picture – then the taste and texture… Incredible! I added a little less salt as I don’t like things too salty, but the flavour of it certainly comes through and makes it so tasty! I actually prefer it to ‘normal’ bread! This will now be my go-to microwave bread recipe. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!