Healthy High-Protein Cinnamon Roll (Printable Version)

Quick, high-protein cinnamon roll made in a mug with creamy cinnamon swirl topping, ready in minutes.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
02 - 2 tablespoons oat flour
03 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1 tablespoon granulated sweetener
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 3 tablespoons milk
08 - 1 large egg white
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Swirl

10 - 1/2 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
11 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Cream Cheese Topping

13 - 1 1/2 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
14 - 1 teaspoon milk
15 - 1/2 tablespoon powdered sweetener or sugar
16 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Steps to Cook:

01 - In a microwave-safe mug with a capacity of at least 10 fluid ounces, thoroughly mix vanilla protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, granulated sweetener, and salt until evenly incorporated.
02 - Stir milk, egg white, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture until a smooth batter without lumps is formed.
03 - In a small bowl, blend melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until the sugar is fully dissolved.
04 - Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl mixture onto the batter in the mug, then use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl through the batter, producing a marbled pattern.
05 - Microwave on high power for 60 to 90 seconds until the cake is set but still slightly moist in the center, taking care not to overcook.
06 - While the cake cools briefly, beat together softened cream cheese, milk, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable.
07 - Spread the cream cheese topping over the warm mug cake and enjoy immediately.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use a mug with at least 10 fluid ounces capacity to avoid overflow during microwaving.
02 - Adjust sweetness by varying the amount or type of sweetener used.
03 - For a dairy-free alternative, substitute cream cheese and milk with vegan equivalents.

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