High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake
A quick and easy 90-second microwave mug cake packed with protein and flavor, perfect for a satisfying snack.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 1.5 min
- Total Time: 7 min
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)
- 2 tablespoons almond flour
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon sweetener (like erythritol or stevia)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the protein powder, almond flour, cocoa powder, sweetener, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the peanut butter, almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Microwave on high for 90 seconds, or until the cake is cooked through. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave.
- Let cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- For a different flavor, try using vanilla protein powder and adding a tablespoon of chopped nuts.
- Ensure your protein powder is suitable for baking.
- Adjust sweetener to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 10mg