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Chocolate Chip Protein Mug Cake
Ready in minutes, and ready to fill you up- this tasty treat won't disappoint!

This fluffy and moist Chocolate Chip Protein Mug Cake will tap into your sweet tooth's cravings without any remorse! This recipe gives you the flexibility to use different protein powders and milk alternatives, so the flavor possibilities are endless. Ready in minutes, and ready to fill you up- this tasty treat won't disappoint!
Chocolate Chip Protein Mug Cake
(recipe makes 2 servings)
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Ingredients
◻︎ 1 medium-sized ripe banana, mashed
◻︎ 2 eggs
◻︎ 1 tsp vanilla paste or essence
◻︎ 4 tbs almond meal
◻︎ 2 scoops of protein powder of your choice (whey, hemp, pea etc.)
◻︎ 1 tbs milk of your choice (dairy, almond, coconut etc.)
◻︎ 2 tbs dark chocolate chips (72% or higher)
Directions
Step 1: In a mixing bowl whisk together mashed banana, eggs and vanilla.
Step 2: Mix in almond meal, protein powder and milk. If mixture is too thick add a little extra milk until you reach a cake batter consistency. Fold in chocolate chips.
Step 3: Divide batter evenly between two standard size coffee mugs.
Step 4: Place in microwave and cook for 90 seconds or until cake is cooked and springs back to touch.
Step 5: Serve with a spoonful of yogurt or a scoop of ice cream for an extra treat.
What kind of protein powder do you use? Tell us in the comments below!
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