Description
A quick and easy mug cake that combines rich chocolate flavor with healthy ingredients for a guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons nut butter (peanut or almond)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)
- Optional: chunks of dark chocolate or nuts for topping
Instructions
- Choose a sturdy mug that can withstand the microwave.
- In your mug, combine nut butter and cocoa powder. Stir until blended.
- Add in the egg and maple syrup. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in protein powder, stirring gently.
- If desired, add dark chocolate or nuts.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, checking at 60 seconds.
- Let it sit for a minute, then top with yogurt or ice cream if desired.
Notes
Use a larger mug to prevent overflowing. Don’t overmix and watch the cooking time closely to avoid drying out.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: mug cake, flourless cake, protein dessert, chocolate dessert, quick dessert