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Protein Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake

Protein Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy a quick and satisfying Protein Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake, gluten-free and dairy-free for guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 1 cake
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 scoop Protein Powder Use vanilla or unflavored for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Oat Flour or Almond Flour Use almond flour for gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • a pinch Salt
  • 1 large Egg Can be replaced with a flaxseed egg for vegan.
  • 3 tablespoons Unsweetened Almond Milk Or milk of choice.
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or Honey Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil Or melted butter.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Or coconut sugar, or stevia for low-sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
For the Frosting
  • 2 tablespoons Greek Yogurt Dairy-free options available.
  • 2 tablespoons Cream Cheese Can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or Powdered Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe mug

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine the protein powder, oat flour or almond flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a microwave-safe mug. Mix thoroughly.
  2. Add the egg, unsweetened almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix coconut oil, brown sugar, and additional ground cinnamon to form a paste for the cinnamon swirl.
  4. Pour the cinnamon swirl mixture evenly over the cake batter and swirl gently with a toothpick.
  5. Microwave the mug cake for 60 to 90 seconds, until edges are set and center is slightly soft. Remove carefully.
  6. Mix the Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, and maple syrup or powdered sugar until smooth for the frosting.
  7. Spread or drizzle the frosting over the warm cake and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 23gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 190mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oat flour. Monitor cooking time closely to avoid overcooking.

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