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Protein Mug Cake - Microwave Recipe
Three ingredient protein mug cake - microwave recipe! This easy protein mug cake with no flour and no banana is a simple, protein-packed dessert or post-workout snack that’s ready in 2 minutes!
Original recipe: cheneetoday.com
- Yield:
- 1 servings
- Prep:
- 3 min
- Cook:
- 2 min
- Total:
- 5 min
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Ingredients
- 1 scoop protein powder (chocolate, vanilla, or any flavor you like)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)
- 1-2 tsp sweetener of your choice (optional; if you want it a bit sweeter)
- 1 large egg
- 1-2 tbsp water (to loosen consistency; you can also use the milk of your choice instead of water)
- Toppings of your choice
Instructions
- In a microwave safe mug, whisk together protein powder and baking powder. Stir in cocoa powder and sweetener, if using.
- Stir in egg until mixture is smooth.
- Add water as needed to thin out consistency and stir to combine.
- Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds, adding time in 5-second increments until top of cake is mostly dry.
- Add toppings and enjoy warm.