Magic Protein Mug Cake
on Jan 09, 2017, Updated Apr 02, 2024
Last week I decided to experiment with a protein mug cake recipe.
I loved how my Gluten Free Chocolate Mug Cake turned out, but I wanted to try making one with protein powder in place of flour.
Despite the odd looks from my husband as I added mashed avocado (this replaces the oil in the recipe), I was confident that this cake was going to be delicious!
I was right! It is super rich and fluffy and so deliciously chocolatey!
This cake is oil free, dairy free, and flourless, making it gluten free and safe for anyone who avoids it in their diets.
It’s also packed with protein and can technically be eaten as a post-workout snack (anything in the name of fitness, right?)
It’s also perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
This magic protein mug cake is the perfect dessert to help you keep your New Year’s Resolutions and enjoy chocolate cake at the same time!
Chocolate Protein Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons protein powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg
- 2-3 tablespoons chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a mug and mix very well
- Microwave for 2 minutes, or until done (2 1/2 minutes max)
What are the macros in this?
Hi Kathy,
I do not include nutritional info on my recipes, as it can vary based on brand or any substitutions used. You can use an online calculator such as my fitness pal for the exact info. Hope that helps 🙂
Had a dessert emergency and this saved the day. Thanks!
So glad you enjoyed the recipe!
I made this vegan by using brown rice protein and a flax egg. SO FREAKING GOOD!
Awesome, so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
It sounds delicious but I cannot eat protein powders, do you think oat flour would work?
Hi Steph,
Here is another mug cake recipe that I have made that uses oat and coconut flour – https://buildyourbite.com/gluten-free-chocolate-mug-cake/ Hope you enjoy it!
Hi Joy! Do you think you could make it with applesauce? What would the ratio be? We don’t really eat avocados, so I don’t want to buy one just to throw half away.
Hi Amanda!
I tested this out for you tonight and it works great! Just use 3 tablespoons of applesauce to replace the avocado. The texture is more soft and fluffier, so be sure to use a bigger mug. It overflowed the ramekin I used (the one in the pictures) so I would use something bigger next time.
I don’t own a microwave…Any idea how long and at what temperature I could bake this baby?
Thanks!
Hi Sophie! I have read that an oven can take up to 4 times longer to cook. Maybe try 5-8 minutes at 350? Just watch until it looks done!