Description
Indulge in a quick and easy high-protein dessert with this delicious mug cake!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon granulated sweetener
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 large egg white
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon milk
- 1/2 tablespoon powdered sweetener or sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In your microwave-safe mug, start by adding the vanilla protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, granulated sweetener, and a pinch of salt. Stir these dry ingredients together until thoroughly mixed.
- Next, incorporate the milk, egg white, and vanilla extract into the dry mix. Stir continuously until you achieve a smooth batter without any lumps.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix until combined. Drop spoonfuls onto your cake batter and swirl gently.
- Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for about 60 to 90 seconds.
- Mix together the softened light cream cheese, milk, powdered sweetener, and remaining vanilla extract to make the cream cheese topping.
- Generously spoon the cream cheese frosting on top while it’s still warm and serve immediately!
Notes
This mug cake can be customized with different flavors of protein powder or by adding vegetables for more nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Protein: 20 g