Description
This quick and easy Chocolate Protein Mug Cake is a delightful blend of rich chocolate and protein-packed ingredients, perfect for a cozy dessert or snack.
Ingredients
- Pumpkin Purée (1/4 cup)
- Egg (1 large)
- Milk (2 tablespoons)
- Vanilla Bean Paste (1 teaspoon)
- Chocolate Protein Powder (3 tablespoons)
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (1/2 tablespoon)
- Baking Powder (1 teaspoon)
- Pinch of Salt
- Mini Chocolate Chips (1 tablespoon)
- Optional Toppings (flaky sea salt, cinnamon, nut butter)
Instructions
- Whisk together pumpkin purée, egg, milk, and vanilla bean paste in a large microwave-safe mug until smooth.
- Add chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; mix until fully combined without lumps.
- Fold in half of the chocolate chips and sprinkle the remaining on top.
- Microwave for about 1 minute and 45 seconds, checking for doneness until the edges are set.
- Allow to cool for a couple of minutes before serving directly from the mug.
Notes
Microwave times may vary; check at the 1-minute mark to avoid dryness.
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
Feel free to customize with spices or nutty additions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg