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A close-up of a fluffy and moist chocolate Kodiak mug cake in a white mug, with a hand lifting a spoonful to show the texture.
Callie Brooks

Kodiak Mug Cake Recipe

A quick, high-protein chocolate mug cake ready in minutes. This recipe is tested to be perfectly moist and fluffy every time, making it the ideal healthy dessert or post-workout snack.
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 Mug Cake
Course: Healthy Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • For the Mug Cake
  • ½ cup Kodiak Cakes Buttermilk Pancake Mix
  • tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup milk dairy, almond, or oat
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • tablespoons chocolate chips
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  • For the Optional Chocolate Drizzle
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
  • ¼ teaspoon coconut oil or canola oil

Method
 

  1. 1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe mug, whisk together the Kodiak pancake mix and cocoa powder until no lumps remain.
  2. 2. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk and maple syrup. Stir with a fork until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
  3. 3. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in 1 ½ tablespoons of chocolate chips.
  4. 4. Microwave: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 90 seconds. If the center is still wet, continue cooking in 15-second intervals until it's set and springy to the touch.
  5. 5. Add Drizzle (Optional): In a separate small bowl, microwave 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips and the coconut oil for 30 seconds until melted and smooth. Drizzle over the warm mug cake and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Mug CakeCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 18gFat: 11g

Notes

RECIPE VARIATIONS:
  • Protein Powerhouse: Add 1 scoop of vanilla or chocolate protein powder with the dry ingredients. Increase the milk by 2 tablespoons to maintain a smooth batter.
  • Fudgy Brownie: For a denser, brownie-like texture, reduce the milk to ⅓ cup.
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream: After pouring the batter, drop a tablespoon of creamy peanut butter into the center before microwaving. Do not stir.
  • Cinnamon Swirl: Omit the cocoa powder. Mix 1 tbsp of brown sugar with ¼ tsp of cinnamon and swirl it onto the top of the batter before cooking.
PRO TIP:
  • Always use a large mug (12oz / 350ml or bigger) to prevent the cake from overflowing as it rises in the microwave.
STORAGE & MEAL PREP:
  • Storage: Let the cake cool, then cover and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat for 15-20 seconds.
  • Meal Prep: Pre-mix the dry ingredients (Kodiak mix, cocoa powder) into small containers or bags for a quick, ready-to-make snack.

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