High Protein Mug Cake (gluten-free)
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High Protein Mug Cake (gluten-free)
Description
The High Protein Mug Cake (gluten-free) is made by mixing gluten-free flour, collagen powder, baking soda and powder, salt, sugar, vanilla, dairy-free yogurt, and almond milk directly in a mug. The batter is microwaved for about 75 to 90 seconds, causing it to rise and cook quickly. After cooling slightly, the cake has a tender crumb and soft texture, though it may deflate somewhat after rising. The neutral base allows for added mix-ins such as chocolate chips or sprinkles inserted right before microwaving, which adds flavor and texture variations.
This mug cake is a portion-controlled protein snack or dessert with convenience in mind. It can be enjoyed warm after a brief cooling period, making it suitable for a quick treat. Topping it with Whole30-compliant whipped cream offers a richer serving option. Due to the nature of collagen powder, it should not be substituted directly with vanilla protein powder.
Let the mug cake cool out of the microwave to avoid burns. The batter must be mixed well to avoid clumps, especially of collagen powder, for even cooking. This recipe suits those needing a gluten-free, protein-enriched quick option.
Ingredients
- 2.5 tbs 1:1 gluten-free baking flour
- 1.5 tbs collagen powder
- 1 tbs dairy-free yogurt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ tbs sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1.5 tbs almond milk unsweetened
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a regular mug.
- Mix well until no clumps remain (especially the collagen!)
- Microwave for 75-90 seconds. Let cool and enjoy.
Notes
- Allow the mug cake to cool after microwaving, as it will be very hot and the cake may deflate slightly.
- Add mix-ins like chocolate chips or sprinkles last and mix well to prevent sinking.
- Do not substitute collagen powder with vanilla protein powder due to different absorption properties.
- For a richer dessert variation, top with Whole30 whipped cream if following that diet.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 143 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 143kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sodium | 923mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 208mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 146mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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