Easy Cornbread Mugcake [gluten-free + high protein]

This quick and easy cornbread mug cake is packed with protein, low in carbs, and ready in just over a minute! Perfect for a healthy breakfast or post-workout snack.

If you’re craving cornbread but want a healthier, high-protein option, this protein cornbread mug cake is for you! Made with simple ingredients, it’s a perfect quick snack or breakfast that’s ready in just 75 seconds.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• High-Protein – Packed with whey protein to keep you full and fueled.
• Low-Carb – A high protein, lower carb twist on traditional cornbread.
• Quick & Easy – No oven needed—just a microwave!

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Pro Tips for Making Your Easy Cornbread Mugcake

• Add a touch of honey or sugar-free syrup for sweetness.
• Serve with Greek yogurt or nut butter for extra creaminess.
• Use different protein powder flavors for variety!

Easy Cornbread Mugcake Serving Ideas

After the cake cools, pop it out of the mug, slice it up on a plate, and dress it up a bit with fun toppings! This mugcake is more savory than sweet, but it’s excellent with a number of different foods. Here are a few toppings and spreads I’ve tried:

• the classic butter and honey combo
• black bean hummus and tomatoes
• strawberry jam and cream cheese
• Spicy Pepperjack Laughing Cow
• apple butter
• humus and cucumber

This protein cornbread mugcake is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings while staying on track with your health goals. Try it today and let me know how you like it!

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46 responses to “Easy Cornbread Mugcake [gluten-free + high protein]”

1. Wow, a protein filled cornbread mug cake? I’ll take one with chili on top!

   • OMG I didn’t even think of that!!! Great idea, Em!

2. I’ve never had cornbread before! This might be the time to give it a go!

   • SERIOUSLY!? OMG you must try it!!! You’ll love it!

3. I LOVE cornbread! I grew up in Canada, and we didn’t really eat it there. SO, when I came down here and experienced it? OBSESSED. This is so easy and perfect to get my fix anytime! Love it!

   • Thanks so much Taylor! Isn’t it the best?! Reminds me of summer and BBQ season!

4. I never tried cornbread but I love the fact its high in protein. Thanks for linking to #CookBlogShare

5. This looks deeeelish! I often make microwave cornbread whenever we have chili because I’ll almost be ready to serve and Jesse will be like “but what about the cornbread?!?!” and I need a quick fix 😛 I always forget that I married a southern man who can’t have chili without it!

   • Love chili and cornbread!

6. I love this idea, and have seen so many of them, cakes, puddings, etc. Un fortunately, I don’t do “microwave”. It has been shown to be unhealthy for you as it totally changes the molecular structure of all foods, including WATER!!! So I’ll try to figure out a way to do this in the oven, instead, making it a totally excellent healthy choice!
   Thanks!

   • Let me know if you try it in the oven!

7. Sounds like a great quick and easy lunch for my hungry homeschooled boys!

   • Thanks Michele!

8. Cornbread in any form is a winner to me!! I like the idea of this healthier/dessert version. Pinning.

   Happy, happy Thoughts of Home.

   • Thank you so much!

9. I love cornbread anyway I can get it. But I really love it with a little melted butter and honey. I wonder what your recipe for cornbread in a mug would be like with blueberries on the bottom of it? For some reason that is sounding really good to me. In the springtime I not only crave a great baked pastry style snack, but I crave fruit too.

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10. Thank you for sharing at #RecipeSharingParty. Pinned and yummed.

11. Oh, I do love cornbread. This is a great idea! Thanks for sharing at My Flagstaff Home.

    Jennifer

    • So welcome! Enjoy!

12. I really love cornbread. This looks like such an easy way to whip up this yummy treat!

    • So easy and yummy!

13. What a great idea and a yummy recipe! Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend!
    Miz Helen

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    • Thank you Helen!

14. mmmmm mugcake!!

    Thanks for linking up at #bloggerspotlight

    • SO welcome!

15. This looks good! I love anything almond. Thanks for linking up with Funtastic Friday.

    • So welcome!!!

16. Thanks for sharing on What’s for Diner!

    • Thanks for hosting!

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18. Wow, I LOVE this idea! So perfect for a quick single serving. Pinned for sure, and looking forward to trying this unique mugcake recipe–thanks!

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    • Enjoy it!

19. I have yet to get a mug cake to turn out but I might have to try again with this recipe. Looks good!

    • Let me know how you like it!

20. Yum, this looks super yummy and easy to make.

    ★★★★★

    • Thank you!

21. I love this! I don’t know why but putting meals in mugs make me happy for some reason, is that crazy? I’ll top mine with some fresh fruit and some coconut whipped cream!

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    Hope to see you there!

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22. Oh man, how genius is this!?

    • Awww thanks so much! I really appreciate that!

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24. chili on top..what kind of chili? chili sauce or chili beans huh

    • Like real chili! The stew! 🙂 If you made some in a crockpot these would be great to have on the side!!

25. I am going to try this tonight! I cannot tolerate A1 beta casein in cow dairy, so I will be using naked goat goat whey and some crumbled manche go cheese mixed in. Will let you know how it turns out.

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    • Sounds good! Let me know how it goes!!

26. Cannot use whey pod what can I use for a substitute

    • Have not tested any other types of protein, so I cannot vouch for the results of using anything other than whey protein. Sorry!

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