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Protein Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake

A quick and satisfying cinnamon roll mug cake that’s loaded with protein and flavor, perfect for a sweet treat any time of the day.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons oat flour or almond flour Perfect for gluten-free options!
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk or your milk of choice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Frosting
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup or powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the protein powder, oat or almond flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  2. In another bowl, beat the egg until frothy, then stir in the almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  3. Carefully fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until no large lumps remain.
Cinnamon Swirl
  1. In a small bowl, mix the coconut oil or melted butter, brown sugar, and additional ground cinnamon until it’s a lovely paste.
  2. Pour half of the batter into a microwave-safe mug. Add half of the cinnamon mixture and swirl it with a toothpick or knife. Pour in the remaining batter and repeat.
Cooking
  1. Microwave on high for about 1 to 1.5 minutes, or until the cake springs back when touched.
Frosting
  1. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, and maple syrup or powdered sugar for a creamy frosting.
Serving
  1. Let your mug cake cool slightly, then top it with the luscious frosting and serve.

Notes

Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Microwave for 20-30 seconds to reheat.