Strawberry Shortcake In A Jar

Isabel Cuen
Mar 3, 2019
1 min read

This sugar-free strawberry shortcake in a jar takes just 5 minutes. Make the 2-minute mug cake, then build layers. Low carb & gluten-free, with a paleo option.

INGREDIENTS:

-1 tbsp Butter (can use ghee or coconut oil for dairy-free)

-1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

-3 tbsp Blanched almond flour

-1/2 tbsp Coconut flour

-2 tbsp Erythritol *

-1/2 tsp Gluten-free baking powder

-1 pinch Sea salt

-1 large Egg

-1/2 cup Whipped cream **sugar-free

-1/2 cup Strawberries (sliced)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Melt the butter in a mug or ramekin in the microwave (about 30 seconds). Stir in vanilla extract.

2. Add the almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, gluten-free baking powder, sea salt, and egg. Stir until well combined. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.

3. Microwave for 90 seconds, until firm.

4. Run a knife along the edge and flip over a plate or paper towel to release. Cut the cake into cubes.

5. Place half of the cake cubes at the bottom of a jar. Top with half of the whipped cream, then half of the sliced strawberries. Repeat the layers of cake, whipped cream, and strawberries.