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5-Minute Healthy Banana Mug Cake
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5-Minute Healthy Banana Mug Cake

This 5-Minute Healthy Banana Mug Cake combines ripe banana, oat flour, and protein powder to create a quick, lightly sweetened individual cake. The microwave method yields a soft and moist texture with a hint of chocolate from the chips, making it a practical dessert or snack option requiring minimal preparation and cleanup.

Prep Time
4 mins
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 275 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 1/2 banana the riper the better!, medium, 75g
  • 2 Tbsp almond milk or milk of choice, 30g
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp oat flour or all purpose or gf flour, 15g
  • 2 Tbsp protein powder or sub for more more flour, 15g
  • 1 Tbsp granular sweetener of choice
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder pinch of salt
  • 1/2 tsp salt pinch of salt
  • 1 Tbsp chocolate chips 15g

Instructions

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  1. Spray a mug or shallow dish with cooking spray.
  2. Add the banana to the mug and mash with a fork. Mix in the milk and vanilla. Then add the flour, protein powder, sweetener and baking powder and mix until well combined. Fold in the chocolate chips (save a few for topping!)
  3. Microwave at 70% power for 1 minute to 1 minute and 15 seconds. I like to take mine out when it's still a little gooey at the top for best texture and to ensure I don't overcook it.
  4. Take out and let cool for a few minutes. Top with cool whip, sliced bananas, more chocolate chips, whatever sounds yummy and enjoy!

Notes

  • Any granular sweetener can be used, including sugar, coconut sugar, Truvia, Swerve, or monk fruit; choose your favorite.
  • Macros provided in the original recipe were calculated using a zero-calorie sweetener.
  • Microwave at reduced power and stop when the top is slightly gooey to keep moisture and avoid overcooking.
  • Optional toppings include cool whip, sliced bananas, or additional chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 mug Calories 275kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 3.6g (18%) Fiber 4.1g (16%) Sugar 16.6g (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 275

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 mug
Calories 275kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 3.6g 18%
Fiber 4.1g 16%
Sugar 16.6g 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.