If you want a quick, high-protein snack that tastes like dessert, this Protein Chocolate Chip Mug Cake is exactly what you need. It’s soft, warm, and studded with gooey chocolate chips, all made in under 2 minutes and completely gluten-free.
I am really impressed with the way this cake tastes and how it's so easy to make. I love that it's high in protein, and I can feel good about eating more than one slice!" - Jane
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 2 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 1
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 333 kcals and 19 grams of protein
- 📋 Main Ingredients: Vegan vanilla protein powder, baking flour, maple syrup, egg and chocolate chips
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free and high protein.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: This warm, gooey mug cake comes together in just two minutes and delivers a soft, chocolatey, protein-packed treat.
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Made with just a handful of ingredients, the best part about this healthy chocolate chip mug cake is that it doesn’t just satisfy a craving, it gives you a quick burst of fuel, too. If you’re the type who gets post-dinner sweet cravings, this is your fix (or try this apple mug cake for cozy fall nights). It’s fast, warm, chocolatey, and way more satisfying than raiding the pantry.
I aim to get my clients over 100 grams of protein per day… and recipes like this easy protein mug cake make it doable without feeling like you’re “dieting.” It’s simple, delicious, and fits perfectly into the Strong and Sweet Protein Guide, which features dessert-like snacks with 17 grams of protein or more. If you’re curious why protein makes such a difference, learn more about the benefits of a high protein diet and how it can transform your energy.
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💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
Easy to make: All you need to do is mix everything in a mug and microwave it!
Allergy-friendly: This simple protein mug cake recipe is dairy-free and gluten-free.
Protein-packed: Thanks to protein powder and eggs, this gluten-free mug cake comes in with 19 grams of protein.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Skip the melted butter, granulated sugar, and traditional cake ingredients for this healthy chocolate chip mug cake!
- Gluten-free 1:1 baking flour: This gives some substance to the protein powder mug cake and makes it so it actually tastes light and fluffy like cake. It works in this carrot mug cake, too.
- Vegan protein powder: Know that the protein powder you choose will affect the taste and flavor of the protein microwave mug cake. For best results, opt for a pea protein powder or a beef protein powder with the substitutions below. Also, learn the difference between collagen vs protein powder to know which one is best for your goals.
- Chocolate chips: Use allergy-friendly chocolate chips as needed. We use regular or large-size chips to create a gooey texture.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
You can make this protein powder mug cake super indulgent or just a mini “anytime” treat. The majority of the time, I just pop on some 2-minute coconut whipped cream and call it a day. However, below are a few other ways to vary it.
Toppings: Try swirling on some dairy-free chocolate ganache or dairy-free caramel sauce with coocnut milk.
White chocolate: If you can find dairy-free white chocolate chips, this easy protein mug cake is super comforting.
Nut butter: Everyone loves a peanut butter chocolate chip flavor! Add some peanut or almond butter to the batter.
How To Make The Protein Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
Step 1: In a microwave-safe mug, combine all the ingredients but only half the chocolate chips.
Step 2: Mix well.
Step 3: Top the mug cake with the remaining chocolate chips. Microwave for 65 seconds.
Step 4: Let cool fully and enjoy.
Expert Tips To Make It
The mug cake will deflate ever so slightly, coming out of the microwave. Likewise, it is hot, so make sure to let it cool before you dive in,
Large chocolate chips give the protein mug cake recipe a gooey center, which is awesome.
The reason you split up the chocolate chips is that they tend to fall to the bottom. This way, you get some in the first few bites too.
Protein powder tends to stick on the bottom, so make sure to really stir the mixture before microwaving.
The healthy protein mug cake hasn’t been tested with whey protein powder. My guess is that it would need more cook time as whey doesn’t absorb liquid like a vegan protein.
Protein Chocolate Chip Mug Cake FAQs
Mug cakes become chewy when the batter is overcooked. Always microwave it for just sixty seconds and check it with a toothpick. If it’s not quite done, pop it back in for increments of ten seconds, checking each time.
Making a chocolate protein mug cake is super simple. All you need to do is whisk together the ingredients in a microwave-safe mug and heat for 60-90 seconds until cooked through.
Chocolate protein mug cake tastes best when freshly made. Since it only takes 75 seconds to whip up, wait until you plan on eating it before whipping it up.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tbs Gluten-free 1:1 baking flour
- 2.5 tbs Vegan protein powder vanilla
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 tbs Maple syrup
- 1 Egg
- 1 tbs Chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, combine all the ingredients but only half the chocolate chips.
- Mix well.
- Top the mug cake with the remaining chocolate chips
- Microwave for 65 seconds
- Let cool fully and enjoy
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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Jane says
I am really impressed with the way this cake tastes and how it's so easy to make. I love that it's high in protein, and I can feel good about eating more than one slice!
fitasamamabear says
It's definitely the perfect dessert!
Erin says
I just came across and old container of protein powder and tried your recipe. It was so good and I loved how easy it was. Mug cake for the win! Thank you!
fitasamamabear says
Wahoo! Best way to use it up 😉
Jessica says
I love this recipe because making a whole cake or whole batch of cookies means my whole family and I get overloaded with sweets. We can make these mug cakes and satisfy a dessert craving, but when it's gone it's gone and I don't have to worry about the kids asking for more. I also love that the protein boost keeps us from continuing to feel snacky.
fitasamamabear says
It's nice that it's small serving. I'll eat everything in the house if it's there so I get it!
Elizabeth S says
I have been eating this for breakfast and it is so good! It is easy too. Highly recommend.
fitasamamabear says
Haha this is amazing! It's such a tasty one.