{"id":"5e1fb264-58b7-456c-8b36-4ab87a933997","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/5e1fb264-58b7-456c-8b36-4ab87a933997","source_url":"https://cheneetoday.com/protein-mug-cake/","title":"Protein Mug Cake - Microwave Recipe","description":"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!","servings":1,"servings_text":"1","prep_time":"PT3M","cook_time":"PT2M","total_time":"PT5M","image_url":"https://cheneetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/protein-mug-cake.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1 scoop protein powder (chocolate, vanilla, or any flavor you like)","item":"scoop protein powder","quantity":1,"preparation":"chocolate, vanilla, or any flavor you like"},{"text":"½ tsp baking powder","item":"baking powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)","item":"unsweetened cocoa powder","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"1-2 tsp sweetener of your choice (optional; if you want it a bit sweeter)","item":"sweetener of your choice","quantity":1,"quantity_max":2,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"optional; if you want it a bit sweeter"},{"text":"1 large egg","item":"large egg","quantity":1},{"text":"1-2 tbsp water (to loosen consistency; you can also use the milk of your choice instead of water)","item":"water","quantity":1,"quantity_max":2,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"to loosen consistency; you can also use the milk of your choice instead of water"},{"text":"Toppings of your choice","item":"Toppings of your choice"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a microwave safe mug, whisk together protein powder and baking powder. Stir in cocoa powder and sweetener, if using."},{"number":2,"text":"Stir in egg until mixture is smooth."},{"number":3,"text":"Add water as needed to thin out consistency and stir to combine."},{"number":4,"text":"Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds, adding time in 5-second increments until top of cake is mostly dry."},{"number":5,"text":"Add toppings and enjoy warm."}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T00:02:04.806804+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T00:02:04.806804+00:00"}