high-protein Peanut Butter Mug Cake

high-protein Peanut Butter Mug Cake

Ingredients

2 tbsp peanut butter (natural preferred)

1 egg

1 tbsp protein powder (vanilla or unflavored works best)

1 tbsp oat flour (or finely ground oats)

1 tbsp milk (any type)

½ tsp baking powder

1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)

Pinch of salt

Optional: 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips

Instructions

In a microwave-safe mug, add peanut butter and egg. Mix well until smooth.

Stir in protein powder, oat flour, milk, baking powder, salt, and honey.

Mix until you get a thick, smooth batter.

Fold in chocolate chips if using.

Microwave for 60–90 seconds (time depends on microwave power).

Let it cool for 1 minute before eating.

Approximate Nutrition

Protein: 20–25 g

Calories: ~300–350 kcal

Carbs: ~12–18 g

Healthy fats: ~18 g

Optional High-Protein Boosts

Add 1 tbsp Greek yogurt to make it extra moist.

Top with extra peanut butter or yogurt.

Sprinkle crushed peanuts or chia seeds for crunch.

If you want, I can also give you:

A 40g protein version of this mug cake

A low-calorie cutting version (~180 kcal)

A 3-ingredient peanut butter protein mug cake.

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