Kinder Bueno Chocolate Mug Cake
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Everyone loves a chocolate mug cake. So when offered a cake that can be whipped up in less than 2 minutes, with the addition of KINDER BUENO, we know we’re onto a winner.
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Why this recipe works
It’s high in protein, thanks to the *chocolate whey protein* and it’s creamy and nutty, thanks to the Nutella. This mug cake recipe will be part of your weekly, if not daily, routine in no time.
Here are some other easy breakfast recipes for you to try with Nutella or chocolate; Overnight Weetabix Cheesecake with Nutella and Simple & Easy Brownies
Ingredients
Kinder Bueno Chocolate Bar
Crispy, smooth chocolate with creamy hazelnut, the perfect choice for this mug cake.
Oat Flour
Using oats rather than flour provides more of a breakfast feel to this mug cake recipe. It also means that the recipe is gluten free.
Egg
The egg not only adds protein and nutrients to this protein kinder bueno cake, but it also helps all of the ingredients to bind together to form the best mug cake recipe. Use ground flaxseed mixed with water as a vegan substitute for the egg.
Chocolate Protein Powder
I used Impact Whey chocolate protein powder which provides an amazing 18g of protein per serving. When taking into consideration the egg and other ingredients, the total protein for this mug cake recipe is 35g!
Nutella
The Nutella surprise in the middle of this chocolate cake replicates the creamy hazelnut centre in a kinder bueno, so we have two nutty moments incorporated in this cake.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
How to make this recipe
- Start by gathering your ingredients ready to mix together (Image 1).
- Mix together in a mug or ramekin the egg, protein powder, oat flour (made by adding oats to a blender and blitzing for a few minutes), oat milk and baking powder (Image 2).
3. Then add a tbsp of nutella into the mixture, covering it with the chocolate mix. Make sure it is submerged as this will make the nice soft middle. Place your mug in the microwave for around 60 seconds (Image 3).
4. Just add a couple of pieces of Kinder bueno to the top and you are ready for a treat! (Image 4).
Tips and Tricks
- Use a microwave-safe mug and make sure you don’t over fill it, to prevent overflow when you cook.
- Don’t over mix the ingredients, as this can result in a tough and chewy mug cake!
- Make sure the cake is fully cooked after about 1 minute and cook for another 20 to 30 seconds if not fully cooked.
- Add your favorite chocolate toppings to your mug cake!
Try some other chocolatey recipes; Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Baked Oats, Chocolate Swirl Custard Toast and Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes
FAQs
A mug cake is usually a microwavable dessert/snack that usually comes together within minutes. Usually all the ingredients can be mixed within the mug, making it the perfect quick snack/dessert as there is minimal prep/ cleaning up
Yes, feel free to top this mug cake with a portion of any of your favourite chocolate bars. Crumbled daim bar is on my list to try, mmmm.
After 60 seconds, the cake starts to rise in the microwave and you can tell that it’s starting to cook as the crust forms on top. When you pull it out of the microwave, it’ll deflate slightly and then you’re good to go. The nutella will provide a gooey, creamy centre so don’t panic if you think this is uncooked!
Other snacks you should try out after this recipe; Chocolate Chip Microwave Cookies, Nutella Blended Baked Oats and Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
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Kinder Bueno Chocolate Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 1 egg (£0.88/6=(£0.15)
- 3 tbsp oat flour, blended oats (£0.75/10)=(£0.08)
- 3 tbsp oat milk (£1.80/10)=(£0.18)
- 1 tsp nutella (heaped spoon) (£2.00/10)= (£0.20)
- 2 squares kinder bueno bar (£0.55)
Cupboard Essentials
- 1 tbsp scoop chocolate protein powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
Method
- With a fork, mix the protein powder, egg, oat flour, oat milk and baking powder in a mug/small ramekin.
- Add the dollop of nutella into the mug, moving the chocolate mix over the dollop until it’s submerged in the middle. Pop in the microwave for 60 seconds.
- Top with 2 squares of kinder bueno and tuck in!
Notes
- Use a microwave-safe mug and avoid overfilling to prevent overflow during cooking.
- Avoid overmixing the ingredients to prevent a tough and chewy mug cake.
- Check if the cake is fully cooked after 1 minute and microwave for an additional 20 to 30 seconds if needed. Add your favorite chocolate toppings for extra flavor.
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