Description
This Cottage Cheese Mug Cake is a quick, easy, and protein-packed dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt! With the rich, creamy texture of cottage cheese, this mug cake is fluffy and delicious while providing a good dose of protein. It’s perfect for when you want a single-serve treat that’s healthy and can be made in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 tablespoon almond flour (or oat flour)
- 1 tablespoon sweetener of choice (like honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional, for a chocolate version)
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
- Toppings (optional): whipped cream, berries, or a drizzle of honey
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, add the cottage cheese, almond flour, sweetener, egg, vanilla extract, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder (if using). Stir everything together until well combined.
- Add chocolate chips: If desired, fold in the chocolate chips for extra chocolatey goodness.
- Microwave the mug cake: Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on the wattage of your microwave. The cake should rise and set in the center when it’s done.
- Cool and serve: Let the mug cake cool slightly before enjoying. Optionally, top with whipped cream, berries, or a drizzle of honey for added flavor.
- Enjoy: Dig in and enjoy your creamy, protein-packed mug cake!
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, try using a plant-based cottage cheese alternative (if available).
- Adjust the sweetener to your preference depending on how sweet you like your desserts.
- You can make this cake in advance and store it in the fridge for up to a day. Just reheat it in the microwave when you’re ready to enjoy it.
- To make this a chocolate mug cake, add an extra tablespoon of cocoa powder or some mini chocolate chips.
- If you like a fluffier texture, add a teaspoon of baking soda instead of baking powder.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg