Protein Mug Cake Recipe

This protein powder mug cake tastes like a gooey brownie but packs in over 30 grams of protein. It's ready in just one minute and uses simple ingredients. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 1

Total Time 2

Servings serving

Calories 178kcal

Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

1/4 cup protein powder 32-34 grams
1 tablespoon coconut flour
2 tablespoons granulated sweetener of choice * See notes
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder adjust to desired chocolate content
1 large egg or 3 egg whites, whisked
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon chocolate chips optional

Instructions

Grease a small cereal bowl or deep mug and set aside.
In a large mug or microwave-safe cereal bowl, combine the protein powder, coconut flour, baking powder, granulated sweetener, and cocoa powder and mix well.
Add the whisked egg and milk into the dry mixture and mix until fully incorporated. Top with chocolate chips if desired.
Microwave for 60 seconds and remove from microwave and enjoy immediately.

Video

Notes

Protein powder: I recommend casein, brown rice, or pea protein powder. Vanilla is preferred, but unflavored works.
Gooey mug cake: For a more moist and fudgy cake, remove it from the microwave/oven earlier. For a muffin-like cake, you can cook it slightly longer.
Oven method: Pour batter into an oven-safe dish and bake for 10-12 minutes at 350°F, or until desired consistency.

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