Description
Chocolate protein mug cake offers a quick, guilt-free dessert solution for fitness enthusiasts craving a sweet treat. Packed with nutrients and minimal ingredients, this microwave marvel satisfies cravings while supporting dietary goals you can enjoy anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 scoop (30 g) protein powder (vanilla, chocolate, or favorite flavor)
- 1 egg (or 3 tbsps unsweetened applesauce for egg-free)
- 3 tbsps milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tbsps oat flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate flavor)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tsp peanut butter or chocolate chips (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Blend Dry Components: In a microwave-safe mug, thoroughly combine protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder, ensuring a uniform dry mixture without any clumps.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Crack the egg directly into the mug, then add milk, vanilla extract, and sweetener, whisking vigorously to create a smooth, homogeneous batter.
- Optional Flavor Enhancement: Gently fold in peanut butter or chocolate chips to introduce additional texture and depth of flavor to the base mixture.
- Microwave Cooking: Heat the prepared mug cake on high power for 60 seconds, then carefully assess the center for doneness, continuing to microwave in 15-second increments if any wet areas remain.
- Resting and Finishing: Allow the mug cake to rest for one minute, enabling it to set and cool slightly, then elevate the dessert with a topping of Greek yogurt, a graceful drizzle of nut butter, or a scattered handful of fresh berries.
Notes
- Prevent Dry Texture: Avoid overcooking by checking the cake’s center every 15 seconds after the initial 60-second microwave burst, as protein powder can quickly dry out the mixture.
- Boost Moisture: Add an extra tablespoon of milk or a small mashed banana to maintain a soft, tender cake consistency, especially when using whey or casein protein powders.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Swap regular milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk for dairy-free options; use plant-based protein powder for vegan adaptations; replace egg with a flax egg for additional dietary flexibility.
- Enhance Flavor Depth: Experiment with different protein powder flavors like chocolate, vanilla, or salted caramel to create unique taste profiles without compromising the cake’s fundamental texture and structure.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg