Cinnamon Roll Protein Mug Cake

A quick and healthy single-serving cinnamon roll-flavored mug cake, high in protein and ready in minutes.

Ingredients:

1 scoop (28g) vanilla protein powder

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon baking powder

¼ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk

1 egg white (approximately 46g)

2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce (or pumpkin puree)

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Glaze:

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon coconut butter, melted

5-6 drops vanilla liquid stevia (or sweetener of choice)

Directions:

In a small bowl, mix together the protein powder, cinnamon, and baking powder.

Add the almond milk, egg white, applesauce, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients; stir until smooth.

Transfer the batter to a large, greased (using coconut oil or non-stick spray) microwave-safe coffee mug.

Microwave on high for approximately 3 minutes (microwave times may vary; mine took 3 minutes and 15 seconds).

While the cake is cooking, prepare the glaze by mixing together the cinnamon, melted coconut butter, and stevia in a small bowl.

Once the cake is done, carefully tip it out onto a plate. Pour the glaze over the top.

Enjoy immediately.

Prep Time: 2 minutes | Cooking Time: 3 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes

Kcal: Approximately 200 kcal | Servings: 1 serving

Cinnamon Roll Protein Mug Cake

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• Author: Isabella
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving

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A quick and healthy single-serving Cinnamon Roll Protein Mug Cake packed with protein and bursting with cinnamon flavor. This high-protein treat is ready in just 5 minutes, perfect for breakfast or a post-workout snack.

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Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 scoop (28g) vanilla protein powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• 1 egg white (approximately 46g)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce (or pumpkin puree)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Glaze:

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon coconut butter, melted
• 5–6 drops vanilla liquid stevia (or sweetener of choice)

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Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the protein powder, cinnamon, and baking powder.
2. Add the almond milk, egg white, applesauce, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until smooth.
3. Grease a large, microwave-safe coffee mug with coconut oil or non-stick spray. Pour the batter into the mug.
4. Microwave on high for approximately 3 minutes (microwave times may vary; adjust as needed).
5. While the cake is cooking, prepare the glaze by mixing the cinnamon, melted coconut butter, and liquid stevia in a small bowl.
6. Once the mug cake is done, carefully remove it from the mug and place it on a plate. Drizzle the glaze over the top.
7. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

• Adjust sweetness by using more or less stevia or your preferred sweetener.
• For a richer glaze, substitute coconut butter with cream cheese or almond butter.
• Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture.

• Prep Time: 2 minutes
• Cook Time: 3 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Microwave
• Cuisine: American