15g Protein Cinnamon Mug Cake Magic in 5 Minutes
This quick and protein-packed cinnamon mug cake is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in just minutes. Enjoy a warm, flavorful treat with a healthy twist.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or oat flour)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp granulated sweetener (or sugar)
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
Wet ingredients
- 3 tbsp milk of choice
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon swirl
- 1 tsp brown sugar (for cinnamon swirl)
- ½ tsp cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
- ½ tsp melted butter (for cinnamon swirl)
Frosting
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or light cream cheese (for frosting)
- 1 tbsp vanilla protein powder (for frosting)
- 1–2 tsp milk (for frosting)
Optional topping
- Drizzle sugar-free caramel sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Mix protein powder, flour, baking powder, sweetener, cinnamon, and salt in a mug.
- Stir in milk, Greek yogurt, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the swirl; drop into batter and swirl with a toothpick.
- Microwave for 60–90 seconds until set but still soft.
- Mix frosting ingredients and spread over the warm cake; drizzle caramel if desired.
Notes
For best results, use a microwave-safe mug and adjust cooking time as needed.