Brownie Heaven High-Protein Mug Cake (30g Protein)

Time

• Prep: 1 minute
• Cook: 60–90 seconds (microwave)

🍽️ Servings

• 1 mug cake

Ingredients

• 1 scoop (30–32 g) chocolate protein powder
  (whey or whey/casein blend works best)
• 2 tbsp egg whites (or 1 small egg)
• 2 tbsp blended cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt)
• 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp oat flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
• ½ tsp baking powder
• 1–2 tbsp almond milk or water (for batter consistency)
• Sweetener to taste (stevia, monk fruit, or maple syrup)
• Pinch of salt

• 1 tsp dark chocolate chips
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of espresso powder (intensifies chocolate flavor)

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a bowl or blender and mix until smooth and thick.
2. Lightly grease a microwave-safe mug.
3. Pour batter into mug (½–¾ full).
4. Microwave on high for 60 seconds.
5. Check center — if needed, microwave 10–15 seconds more.
   (Do not overcook or it will dry out.)
6. Let rest 30 seconds → turns ultra-fudgy.

Texture & Taste

• Moist, rich, real brownie texture
• No chalky protein taste
• Slightly gooey center if cooked right

Nutrition Facts (Approximate)

With whey protein, cottage cheese, no chocolate chips

• Calories: ~260 kcal
• Protein: 30–32 g 💪
• Carbs: ~12 g
• Fat: ~5 g
• Fiber: ~4 g
• Sugar: ~2 g