High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake (Printable)

A single-serve cinnamon mug cake with protein-packed batter, swirled cinnamon sugar, and creamy vanilla topping.

# What You Need:

→ Cake Batter

01 - 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
02 - 2 tablespoons oat flour
03 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1 tablespoon granulated sweetener
06 - Pinch of salt
07 - 3 tablespoons milk
08 - 1 large egg white
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Swirl

10 - 1/2 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
11 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Cream Cheese Topping

13 - 1 1/2 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
14 - 1 teaspoon milk
15 - 1/2 tablespoon powdered sweetener
16 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - In a microwave-safe mug of at least 10 fluid ounces, whisk together protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, sweetener, and salt until evenly distributed.
02 - Add milk, egg white, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir vigorously until a smooth, lump-free batter forms.
03 - In a separate small bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, mixing until fully incorporated.
04 - Distribute spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture onto the batter surface. Using a toothpick or knife, drag gently through the mixture to create marbling effect.
05 - Microwave on high power for 60 to 90 seconds until the cake is set but center remains slightly moist. Avoid overcooking.
06 - While cake cools briefly, beat cream cheese, milk, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable.
07 - Spread cream cheese topping over warm mug cake and consume immediately for optimal texture and temperature.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Ready in just 7 minutes from start to finish
  • Packs 20g of protein in a single serving
  • Satisfies sweet cravings with better nutrition
  • No baking skills required—just mix and microwave
  • Perfect portion control in a single mug
02 -
  • Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother, more spreadable topping
  • For extra cinnamon flavor, add a pinch to the cream cheese topping
  • The cake will rise while cooking, so use a mug that's at least twice the volume of the batter
  • Let the cake rest for 1 minute before adding topping for the perfect temperature
  • For meal prep, mix the dry ingredients ahead of time and store in a sealed container
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