Description
This Gluten-Free Chocolate Mug Cake is a quick, indulgent dessert made with simple, healthy ingredients like coconut flour, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and banana. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and ready in minutes, making it the perfect treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
1 tbsp coconut flour
1 tbsp cocoa powder
1 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp vegan chocolate protein powder
1/2 of a banana (approx. 3 tbsp)
1/4 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tbsp water
2 tbsp dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a coffee mug or microwave-safe bowl, combine all ingredients: coconut flour, cocoa powder, peanut butter, vegan chocolate protein powder, banana, baking powder, water, and dark chocolate chips.
- Using a fork, gently stir the mixture until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top for added chocolatey goodness.
- Microwave the mug cake for 60-90 seconds. Start checking at the 60-second mark to ensure it doesn’t overcook.
- Once done, the cake should be soft and slightly gooey in the center. Top with powdered sugar, vanilla ice cream, or your favorite topping. Enjoy!
Notes
- For nut butter alternatives, use almond or cashew butter for a different flavor.
- Switch up the protein powder flavor to vanilla or chocolate for a unique twist.
- Topping options include whipped coconut cream, peanut butter drizzle, or fresh berries.
- This mug cake is best enjoyed immediately, but you can refrigerate leftovers for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-1.5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
