THE 5-MINUTE CHUNKY MONKEY PROTEIN CAKE

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Scientific fact: Anything called "chunky monkey" is going to be delicious. Here's how to make a chunky-monkey microwave cake that won't turn YOU into chunky monkey.

INGREDIENTS​

• 1 large egg
• 1 small banana, mashed
• 1 scoop (30g) banana flavor protein
• Small handful of halved walnuts
• Small handful of organic dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• Tablespoon of Splenda or low-calorie sweetener of choice (optional)
• Spray coconut oil or similar (for coating mug or bowl)

DIRECTIONS​

1. Spray a large microwave-safe mug or small bowl with coconut oil.
2. Add all the ingredients to the mug or bowl and mix together. Be sure to mash up the banana with a fork or whisk. A slightly soft, speckled banana works best.
3. Microwave for 2-3 minutes. Cooking time will depend on the power of your microwave and the thickness of your mug or bowl. The mixture will rise, then fall.
4. Allow to cool for a minute, slip the cake out of the mug or bowl, add the optional topping below, and enjoy.

THE TOPPING​

Here's an easy topping that'll almost double the protein content:
Just mix a scoop of chocolate protein with 1.5 tablespoons of milk or kefir. Use this thick mixture as an icing.