A gluten-free savory snack that’s full of protein and comes together in less than 2 minutes! Enjoy with your favorite spread or all on its own when you’re craving cornbread but don’t feel like making a whole panful!
Continuing on the BBQ theme from yesterday, today I’m sharing a long requested recipe…my go-to Easy Cornbread Mugcake!
I’ve featured it on my Instagram a few times, but wasn’t quite ready to share the recipe until now. To me, cornbread is a must have at a summer BBQ or picnic! It’s just good and, well, corny! I know some people have a serious aversion to corn but I love it.
There’s nothing better than fresh grilled corn on the cob in the summer or warm, buttery cornbread freshly sliced out of the pan. My perfect cornbread is slightly crumbly, a little sweet, and reserved as the last part of the meal. Gotta save the best for last, of course!
We weren’t very gourmet with our cornbread when I was little. We’d usually just reach for a good ol’ reliable box of Jiffy. But now that I have more skills in the kitchen, I love making it homemade.
I’ve made savory versions, ones with whole corn kernels inside, sweet, dessert-like batches, and even cheese filled pans! But my favorite is always plain, simple cornbread topped with a little butter and drizzle of honey. Summer perfection!
The problem is, sometimes I’ve craving cornbread but don’t feel like breaking out all the baking pans and ingredients to make a whole batch. No one else in my family likes cornbread as much as I do, so making a whole panful would just be a waste. That’s where my Easy Cornbread Mugcake comes in!
It’s the snack-sized and great for one! Filled with the soft texture of cornbread and that classic flavor that you love, this mugcake comes together in less than 2 minutes and only takes mixing a few ingredients together. It’s also gluten-free, flourless, and super high in protein!
PrintEasy Cornbread Mugcake
- Prep Time: 1 min
- Cook Time: 1 min
- Total Time: 2 mins
- Yield: 1 mugcake 1x
- Category: Savory Snacks
Ingredients
- ½ scoop whey protein powder
- 2 tbsp corn meal
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tbsp egg whites
- ¼ cup almond milk
Instructions
- In a small microwave safe bowl combine protein powder, cornmeal, and baking powder. In a separate bowl whisk together egg and almond milk. Mix in the wet mixture with the dry ingredients. Microwave for 1:15.
After the cake cools, I just 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 it is sweet but it’s great with a number of different foods. Here’s 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
+a sprinkle of my favorite almond milk cheese from Trader Joe’s
All were different and delicious! I’d love to see what toppings and flavor combinations you come up with.
So there ya have it! The long-awaited cornbread mugcake is finally revealed! I was so happy with how this turned out. Like I’ve said in the past, I don’t always have much luck with mugcakes…but this one is a real winner!
Do you prefer cornbread or corn muffins?
Are you a cornbread purist or do you like different ingredients added into yours? I’ve had jalepeno cheddar cornbread at a restaurant before!
Sweet or savory cornbread?
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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!
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!
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!
I never tried cornbread but I love the fact its high in protein. Thanks for linking to #CookBlogShare
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!
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!
Sounds like a great quick and easy lunch for my hungry homeschooled boys!
Thanks Michele!
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!
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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Thank you for sharing at #RecipeSharingParty. Pinned and yummed.
Oh, I do love cornbread. This is a great idea! Thanks for sharing at My Flagstaff Home.
Jennifer
So welcome! Enjoy!
I really love cornbread. This looks like such an easy way to whip up this yummy treat!
So easy and yummy!
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!
mmmmm mugcake!!
Thanks for linking up at #bloggerspotlight
SO welcome!
This looks good! I love anything almond. Thanks for linking up with Funtastic Friday.
So welcome!!!
Thanks for sharing on What’s for Diner!
Thanks for hosting!
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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!
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!
Yum, this looks super yummy and easy to make.
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Thank you!
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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Oh man, how genius is this!?
Awww thanks so much! I really appreciate that!
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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!!
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!!