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Cottage cheese mug cake served warm with berries and honey

Cottage Cheese Mug Cake

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Warm, light, and protein-packed — this Cottage Cheese Mug Cake is the cozy treat you can microwave in under 2 minutes. It’s fluffy, sweet, and perfect for late-night cravings or a quick breakfast.

  • Total Time: 4 minutes
  • Yield: 1 mug cake 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons cottage cheese (blended or mashed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons oat flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of cinnamon
  • Optional: chocolate chips, blueberries, peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Blend or mash the cottage cheese until smooth (or leave slightly chunky if preferred).
  2. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together the egg and cottage cheese.
  3. Add flour, sweetener, baking powder, vanilla, and cinnamon. Stir until smooth.
  4. Fold in any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or berries.
  5. Microwave on HIGH for 60–90 seconds, depending on your microwave wattage.
  6. Let rest for 30 seconds before topping and enjoying warm.

Notes

Use a 12–14 oz mug to prevent overflow. Add a tablespoon of mashed banana or applesauce for extra moisture if desired.

  • Author: Sabrine Riley
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mug cake
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg