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Home / Recipes / Dessert / Amazing 2 Minute Gingerbread Mug Cake

Amazing 2 Minute Gingerbread Mug Cake

Published December 4, 2017. Last updated November 2, 2019 by Samantha Rowland

Overhead shot of gingerbread mug cake in large white bowl. Topped with coconut butter frosting and sliced bananas. Pinterest text on the bottom
Gluten FreeDairy FreeHigh ProteinQuick

This amazing 2 minute gingerbread mug cake is going to be your new favorite way to indulge in the flavors of the holiday season! This gingerbread mug cake is so easy to make, gluten free, grain free, vegetarian and packed with protein. Oh yeah, and it’s ready in 2 minutes!

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Gingerbread mug cake with cut up banana, nuts and coconut butter drizzle

Why you’ll love Gingerbread Mug Cake

If you haven’t made a mug cake before, I have to warn you, they are incredibly addicting! After all who doesn’t love having cake ready in 2 minutes? I have to admit, I have an insane sweet tooth, which is why I constantly create protein packed snacks to indulge my sweet tooth with healthier versions of my childhood favorites like gingerbread cookies!

Gingerbread mug cake with cut up banana, nuts and coconut butter drizzle

What I love about this gingerbread mug cake is that it’s not only so flavorful but it’s also packed with protein. The reason that is important is because protein is so satisfying and can actually help you feel full vs. normal cake that usually just makes you want more cake!

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Gingerbread mug cake with cut up banana, nuts and coconut butter drizzle

The base of this gingerbread mug cake is banana, just like my chocolate mug cake! Make sure you have an organic quality molasses and fresh ginger to make that gingerbread flavor! I have to be honest with you, I cannot stand when recipes only call for like ¼ tsp. of cinnamon and a pinch of ginger! I need to taste the spices!

Gingerbread mug cake with cut up banana, nuts and coconut butter drizzle

As I mentioned in my chocolate mug cake recipe, I use vegan protein powder. Please note that every microwave is different and the type of protein powder you use might also be different. Remember, not all microwaves are the same, so start with 1:30 seconds and you can always add 10-15 seconds of time if you haven’t achieved the right “doneness”.

Gingerbread mug cake with cut up banana, nuts and coconut butter drizzle

Also I have not tested this recipe for whey protein, so I highly encourage you to grab a vegan protein powder for baking; you know you are going to be addicted to this gingerbread mug cake.

Gingerbread mug cake with cut up banana, nuts and coconut butter drizzle

See how easy it is to make this Gingerbread Mug Cake in the video below!

 

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White bowl of gingerbread mug cake over a red napkin topped with sliced bananas, chopped pecans and coconut butter drizzle

Amazing 2 Minute Gingerbread Mug Cake

You are going to love this amazing 2 minute gingerbread mug cake! It's high in protein, gluten free, dairy free and so simple! 
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dairy free, gingerbread, gluten free, mug cake, protein
Prep Time: 1 min
Cook Time: 2 mins
Total Time: 3 mins
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Samantha Rowland

Recipe Video

Ingredients

  • 1/2 banana - mashed
  • 1 scoop vanilla vegan protein powder
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tbsp molassas
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

Instructions

  • In a microwave safe bowl or mug, mash the banana. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir well until combined. 
  • Microwave for 1:30-1:45 seconds, depending on your microwave
  • Let cool for 1-2 minutes before enjoying. 

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
327
Fat
 
3
g
Carbohydrates
 
43
g
Fiber
 
5
g
Sugar
 
29
g
Protein
 
37
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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  1. Deanna

    December 17, 2017 at 11:08 am

    5 stars
    That just looks so crazy yummy good!

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