Description
A quick and easy High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping your protein intake high.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon granulated sweetener
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 large egg white
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon milk
- 1/2 tablespoon powdered sweetener or sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug at least 10 fluid ounces, combine vanilla protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, granulated sweetener, and salt. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Add milk, egg white, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir continuously until a smooth batter forms with no lumps.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix until the sugar is fully incorporated.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl mixture onto the cake batter. Using a toothpick or knife, gently swirl through the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Microwave on high power for 60 to 90 seconds until the cake is just set. The center should appear cooked but remain slightly moist. Avoid overcooking.
- While the cake cools slightly, beat together softened cream cheese, milk, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract until the mixture reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Spread the cream cheese topping over the warm mug cake and serve immediately while still warm.
Notes
- Ensure your mug is large enough to prevent overflow while microwaving.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by altering the amount of sweetener.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese and a non-dairy milk alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg