Wow. How can something this simple and quick taste so good and be healthy at the same time? This high protein dessert takes less than 5 minutes to make and tastes like vanilla custard mixed with sweet strawberries. You have to try it!
July 2 2021 recipe by Jill Wallentin, photo by Naomi Sherman, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE in Recipes, Dessert
Wow. How can something this simple and quick taste so good and be healthy at the same time? This high protein dessert takes less than 5 minutes to make and tastes like vanilla custard mixed with sweet strawberries. You have to try it!
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1 servingservings
Ingredients
- 1 1 large egglarge eggs
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp erythritol
- 1 tsp 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp whey protein isolate (unflavored)
- ½ tsp ½ tsp baking powder
- 2 oz. 55 g fresh strawberries, roughly chopped
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Instructions
Instructions are for 1 serving. Please modify as needed.
Combine the egg, cream cheese, sweetener, and vanilla in a mug with a small whisk or a fork.
Add the whey protein and baking powder. Mix until combined. If you want a super smooth batter, you can use an immersion blender. Add the strawberries.
Microwave at 600 W for 1 minute if you want it to be custardy. If you prefer a more more cake-like dessert, microwave for 30 seconds more. Remove and allow to cool for one minute before serving. See the tip below for instructions using a conventional oven.
Enjoy straight from the mug or turn the cake out onto a plate for a more elegant presentation.
Tips
To bake your mug cake in the oven, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-14 minutes, or until the cake is springy to the touch when pressed in the middle.
You can use any other low carb berries such as raspberries or blueberries. If you eat liberal low carb you can try banana.
No fresh berries? Use frozen berries! Just thaw in the microwave before adding to the batter.
Having guests?
Dust it with powdered sweetener and serve with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprig of fresh mint for an impressive presentation!
Using flavored protein
If you're using flavored whey protein powder, skip both the sweetener and vanilla extract. Make sure that the protein powder contains low carb friendly sweeteners. Try to stay away from maltitol, for example, as this has been shown to raise blood sugar and increase insulin response.
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15 comments
1
Petrina
July 23 2021
Oh my lord that was amazing. I used mixed berries and was delicious!!!
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misch
July 25 2021
I found this recipe not good at all. At least it is only a small serve to throw out. Shame, it sounded delicious.
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Angela Day
August 7 2021
Hubs and I both say the same thing about this recipe: Yum!
I used an immersion blender to make sure the batter was smooth. Although I used a really large mug it made a mess by swelling over the sides. Next time I'll use an even larger mug and try monk fruit sweetener.
Well done, Jill & team!
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Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
August 7 2021
Hubs and I both say the same thing about this recipe: Yum!
I used an immersion blender to make sure the batter was smooth. Although I used a really large mug it made a mess by swelling over the sides. Next time I'll use an even larger mug and try monk fruit sweetener.
Well done, Jill & team!Awesome! So glad you both love it!
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Cassieoz
August 20 2021
Like misch, I was disappointed. I turned it out and the strawberry custard layer was nice but the 'cake' was rubbery and unpalatable
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elkoncz
January 20 2022
Are there any substitutes for the cream cheese in this recipe? I don't have it available at the mo.
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Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
January 20 2022
Are there any substitutes for the cream cheese in this recipe? I don't have it available at the mo.
Unfortunately I am not aware of a good substitute for the cream cheese.
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Mary
January 30 2022
I didn't have (or want) strawberries, so I left those out. Used 2 Tbsp vanilla flavored whey protein and 1/4 tsp cinnamon instead of the plain whey protein and sweetener, cooked it for the longer time (90 seconds). Sliced it and drizzled with no sugar maple syrup - French Toast! So easy and delicious!
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REGINE
February 7 2022
As Cassieoz and misch, I found this cake was rubbery and unpalatable :'-(
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Meekas Mum
March 10 2022
Can you advise the wattage of the microwave you use please? My microwave is 1100W and if I cook it for the recommended times on High the mug cake is rubbery and tough. I've tried reducing the power to 70% and the mug cake is a bit more palatable.
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Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
March 10 2022
Can you advise the wattage of the microwave you use please? My microwave is 1100W and if I cook it for the recommended times on High the mug cake is rubbery and tough. I've tried reducing the power to 70% and the mug cake is a bit more palatable.
Step 3 says 600W.
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Meekas Mum
March 12 2022
Thank you so much. I was using a copy of an older version as I can't always get internet. I'm sure it will be much better at the lower wattage.
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Terise D
October 30 2022
600 watt microwave oven? Never heard of such a small wattage microwave. The norm is 900-1200 watts, with some even higher at 1300-1500. Can someone please revise this recipe for the real world?
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Reply to comment #13 by Terise D
Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
October 31 2022
600 watt microwave oven? Never heard of such a small wattage microwave. The norm is 900-1200 watts, with some even higher at 1300-1500. Can someone please revise this recipe for the real world?
The instructions say to microwave it AT 600 watts - so if you have a 1000 watt microwave, put it to 60% power.
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Jeff Walters
February 4 2023
I used a kitchen top blender and the mix came out super fluffy. Instead of 12, it made 36 "puffy" cupcakes in a cupcake pan in the oven!!! Super light and crispy with a hint of strawberry. Not the worst recipe, but not the best either...
