Birthday Cake Microwave Mug Cake Recipe
A quick and easy Birthday Cake Microwave Cake recipe that combines sugar-free cake mix and protein powder for a delicious single-serving treat. Perfect for a speedy celebration dessert with a creamy fat-free cream cheese frosting and festive sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp (30g) Sugar Free Yellow Cake Mix (Pillsbury recommended)
- 1/2 scoop (17g) Vanilla Protein Powder
- 3 Tbsp (46g) Liquid Egg Whites or 1 whole egg white
- 1 Tbsp (14g) Light Butter
Frosting Ingredients
- 2 oz Fat Free Cream Cheese
- 1 tsp Clear Imitation Vanilla
- 1 Tbsp Low Cal Sweetener (Swerve Confectioners suggested)
- 1 tsp Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a mug or small bowl, combine the sugar free yellow cake mix, vanilla protein powder, liquid egg whites, and light butter. For best results, mix in a bowl thoroughly before transferring the batter to a mug that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Microwave the Cake: Place the mug in the microwave and cook for 50-60 seconds. The cake will rise and cook through quickly, resulting in a moist and fluffy texture.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the cake microwaves, mix the fat free cream cheese, clear imitation vanilla, and low-calorie sweetener in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble and Decorate: Once the cake is done, either invert it onto a plate to frost the top or spread the cream cheese frosting directly on the cake in the mug. Finish by sprinkling the sprinkles over the frosting to give it a festive birthday cake look.
Notes
- Using a bowl to mix before transferring to the mug helps ensure even mixing and smoother batter texture.
- Adjust microwave time slightly depending on the wattage of your microwave to avoid overcooking.
- The frosting can be spread warm or chilled for different textures.
- You can substitute the sugar-free cake mix with a regular yellow cake mix if desired, but sugar content will increase.
- This recipe is perfect for a quick single serving dessert or snack.
Keywords: microwave cake, birthday cake, quick dessert, single serving cake, sugar free cake, protein cake
