Description
Indulge in a decadent yet guilt-free treat with this Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake. Packed with protein and rich flavors, it’s a quick and easy dessert or snack option.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (about 30g)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon almond flour or oat flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 3 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Topping:
- chocolate chips or chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, mix the protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Cooking: Microwave on high for 45–60 seconds until the cake rises and the center sets. Let cool for 1–2 minutes before enjoying straight from the mug.
Wet Ingredients: Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until a thick batter forms, ensuring no dry spots. Optionally, top with chocolate chips or peanuts.
Notes
- Microwave times may vary—start with 45 seconds and adjust. For a gooier center, slightly undercook.
- To enhance flavor, consider adding a pinch of instant espresso or cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
