Funfetti Protein Mug Cake

Things just got a little more exciting around here! I’m not sure about you, but gluten-free, low-sugar, high-protein microwaved mug cakes get me pretty excited. Lately, I have been lifting heavier weights and trying to build lean muscles. This means upping my protein intake and decreasing my sugary, gluten-free baked goods. Well, I was getting bored. I can only go so many days without “treating” myself, so I made up a new recipe to share with you. Of course, I really had your best interest in mind while creating this little gem. I wasn’t dying to make something healthy that tasted like a funfetti cupcake or anything like that. Haha! You know me too well ;)

If you only want to eat a 100-calorie treat, just make the cake and forgo the frosting. If you need a serious sweet-tooth kicking dessert, I highly recommend the frosting. Just be careful, if you frost the cake before it cools, you are going to have melted frosting. Without further ado, here’s the recipe that made my night:

Funfetti Protein Mug Cake

Based off of this recipe on Run. Eat. Repeat.

Serves 1

1 scoop vanilla Sun Warrior brown rice protein powder

2 Tablespoons egg whites

2 Tablespoons pumpkin

1 Tablespoon unsweetened almond milk

1/4 teaspoon almond extract

1/2 packet stevia

dash of salt, baking powder, baking soda

1 teaspoon sprinkles

Spray the inside of a mug with non-stick cooking spray. Mix all of your ingredients in the mug with a fork until well combined. Microwave on high for 1:30-2:00 minutes or until fully cooked. Run a knife around the edge of the mug and invert onto a plate or paper towel. Allow to cool. Frost with protein frosting, if desired.

Frosting:

1 Tablespoon coconut oil

1 teaspoon cashew butter (optional)

2-3 teaspoons vanilla Sun Warrior brown rice protein powder

dash of salt

In a separate bowl, combine the frosting ingredients until they resemble frosting. Once the cake has cooled, top with the frosting. This makes the perfect high-protein, low-sugar treat!

Let me know if you try it. I am trying to resist the urge to make one right this very second. Have a great day!

Much love,

Kilee

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