High-Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake
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A quick and easy 90-second microwave mug cake packed with protein and flavor, perfect for a satisfying snack.
- Author: maddie-thompson
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 1.5 min
- Total Time: 7 min
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 1 scoop (30g) chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon sweetener (e.g., erythritol, stevia)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- Optional: Sugar-free chocolate chips
- In a microwave-safe mug, combine protein powder, cocoa powder, sweetener, and baking powder. Stir well to combine.
- Add peanut butter and 2 tablespoons of milk. Mix until a thick batter forms. If the batter is too thick, add the remaining tablespoon of milk.
- Stir in optional chocolate chips if desired.
- Microwave on high for 90 seconds, or until the cake is cooked through. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave.
- Let cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a good quality chocolate protein powder.
- Adjust sweetener to your preference.
- If you don’t have peanut butter, almond butter or cashew butter can be used.
- This recipe is similar to a Kodiak mug cake but made with your own protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 10mg