Description
This high protein chocolate mug cake recipe creates a rich, fluffy, and healthy dessert in under 2 minutes. Perfect for post-workout cravings or a quick healthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons almond flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
1. Combine almond flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, and baking powder in a microwave-safe mug.
2. Add honey, milk, vanilla extract, and egg. Stir until smooth.
3. Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds until cooked through.
4. Let the mug cake cool for 1 minute before serving.
5. Top with Greek yogurt, berries, or chocolate chips if desired.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
- Replace the egg with a flax egg for a vegan option.
- Do not overcook or the cake may become dry.
- Add dark chocolate chips for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 185mg