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This easy cinnamon roll microwave mug cake is the perfect treat when you’re craving a little something sweet!

Chocolate Banana Protein Mug Cake

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With just 5 minutes and 5 ingredients, this scrumptious Chocolate Banana Protein Mug Cake is a quick breakfast, snack or dessert option.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 210
Author Kim

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup 28-30 grams chocolate protein powder* (If your protein powder is gluten-free, your mug cake will be gluten-free.)
  • 1 small extra ripe banana mashed*** (1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce works too)
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons liquid egg whites egg whites from 1 large egg

Instructions

  • Spray a (microwavable) mug or small bowl with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine all ingredients in mug and microwave for 30 seconds, stir and microwave for 1 minute, stir around batter again and microwave once more for 30 seconds. If cake still appears wet, microwave for about 15-30 more seconds.
  • Enjoy straight from your mug or transfer to a small plate and top with fresh fruit, Greek yogurt, whipped topping**** and/or almond butter.

Notes

*This is the serving size (1 scoop) of most brands of protein powder. I used 1/4 cup vegan chocolate Shakeology.
**Nutritional information will vary some, depending on brand of protein powder used.
***I also tried substituting the mashed banana for 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce. It worked really well, but was less sweet. If you're not much of a banana fan, the applesauce is a tasty option, but I preferred the banana.
****I love tru whip topping. A great alternative to Cool Whip. You can find it at Walmart and Kroger.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mug | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 32.6g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 460mg | Fiber: 4.2g | Sugar: 18.5g