Description
A quick, creamy, and protein-packed Easy Cottage Cheese Mug Cake that comes together in just 5 minutes. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light dessert, this single-serving treat is soft, custard-like, and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese: 1/2 cup, brings creaminess and protein
- Egg: 1 large, helps bind and structure the cake
- Oat Flour: 2 tablespoons, adds subtle nutty flavor and tender texture
- Honey or Maple Syrup: 1 tablespoon, for natural sweetness
- Vanilla Extract: 1/2 teaspoon, deepens the flavor profile
- Baking Powder: 1/4 teaspoon, for a gentle rise
- Salt: A pinch, to balance sweetness
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Ensure your microwave is ready to go.
- Combine Ingredients: Blend cottage cheese, egg, oat flour, honey, vanilla, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly grease your mug to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour the smooth batter into the prepared mug.
- Cook to Perfection: Microwave on high for 90 seconds to 2 minutes, until set but still soft in the center.
- Finishing Touches: Let it rest for 1–2 minutes before eating.
- Serve and Enjoy: Top with berries, nut butter, or cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- Use a tall mug to avoid overflow.
- Blend until smooth for the silkiest texture.
- If you prefer a firmer cake, microwave for an extra 15–20 seconds.
- Start with 90 seconds cooking time and check before adding more time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: cottage cheese mug cake, quick dessert, high protein dessert, microwave cake, oat flour mug cake