Description
A quick, rich, and protein-packed mug cake made in under 5 minutes. This high-protein dessert is perfect for post-workout cravings or a guilt-free late-night treat
Ingredients
1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
2 tbsp almond flour or oat flour
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)
1 egg or flax egg
2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
1/4 tsp baking powder
1 tsp monk fruit or stevia (adjust to taste)
Optional: 1 tbsp peanut butter + dark chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the protein powder, flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
Add in the egg (or flax egg), almond milk, and sweetener. Mix until smooth and lump-free.
Microwave on high for 60–75 seconds, depending on microwave strength.
Let it cool for 1 minute before topping with peanut butter or chocolate chips if desired.
Enjoy directly from the mug or invert onto a plate for serving.
Notes
For a fluffier texture, use whey protein. For denser texture, casein or plant protein works best.
You can prep dry ingredients in advance to make multiple mug cake kits.
To make it vegan, use plant-based protein and a flax egg.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg