Here you go — a 2-minute, brownie-from-heaven high-protein mug cake that actually delivers ~30g protein and stays rich, fudgy, and decadent 🍫🔥
🍫 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
Optional “brownie vibes” add-ins
- 1 tsp dark chocolate chips
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of espresso powder (intensifies chocolate flavor)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl or blender and mix until smooth and thick.
- Lightly grease a microwave-safe mug.
- Pour batter into mug (½–¾ full).
- Microwave on high for 60 seconds.
- Check center — if needed, microwave 10–15 seconds more.
(Do not overcook or it will dry out.) - 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
🔥 Pro Tips for “Heaven Level”
- Use whey/casein blend for best brownie texture
- Slightly undercook for molten center
- Add 1 tsp nut butter on top if calories allow
- Sprinkle flaky salt after cooking → game changer
