Description
This Chocolate Protein Mug Cake is a quick and healthy dessert packed with protein. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying on track with your fitness goals, it’s made with simple ingredients and ready in just minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 scoop (30g) chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons oat flour or almond flour
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 large egg white
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients
In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the protein powder, oat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. - Add Wet Ingredients
Stir in almond milk, egg white, vanilla extract, and sweetener (if using) until smooth. The batter should have a thick consistency. - Cook
Microwave the mug on high for 45-60 seconds. Check to ensure the cake is set in the center but still moist. Avoid overcooking to maintain a soft texture. - Cool and Serve
Let the mug cake cool for 1-2 minutes before enjoying. Top with fresh berries, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or a sprinkle of cocoa nibs for added flavor.
Notes
- Substitute almond milk with any milk alternative or dairy milk as preferred.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the oat flour is certified gluten-free or use almond flour.
- Customize the flavor by using vanilla protein powder and adding a pinch of cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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