Description
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.
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)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk 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.
- Grease a large, microwave-safe coffee mug with coconut oil or non-stick spray. Pour the batter into the mug.
- Microwave on high for approximately 3 minutes (microwave times may vary; adjust as needed).
- While the cake is cooking, prepare the glaze by mixing the cinnamon, melted coconut butter, and liquid stevia in a small bowl.
- Once the mug cake is done, carefully remove it from the mug and place it on a plate. Drizzle the glaze over the top.
- 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
