Description
Indulge in a guilt-free, high-protein treat with this Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake. This single-serve cake is quick, easy, and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without derailing your healthy eating goals.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon oat flour or almond flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: chocolate chips or extra peanut butter for topping
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, mix dry ingredients: protein powder, cocoa powder, oat or almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Let cool: 1–2 minutes, then add toppings if desired. Enjoy!
Add wet ingredients: egg, milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds until risen and set but soft in the center.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based protein powder and non-dairy milk.
- Substitute the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water) for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Snack
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
