Description
A protein-packed single-serve mug cake with warm cinnamon and brown sugar flavors, blending cottage cheese for a moist, cake-like texture. Ready in minutes and perfect for breakfast or late-night cravings.
Ingredients
1/4 cup cottage cheese (small curd)
1 large egg
2 tablespoons oat flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
Instructions
Blend cottage cheese and egg in a small blender until smooth.
Stir in oat flour, cinnamon, and baking powder.
Transfer mixture to a microwave-safe mug (greased with oil or butter).
Microwave on high for 90-120 seconds.
Top with drizzle of maple syrup and sprinkle of brown sugar.
Notes
Use a ceramic mug with a 2-cup capacity for best results
Cottage cheese substitutes: Greek yogurt or strained ricotta
Can replace oat flour with almond flour for gluten-free option
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 2
- Category: Dessert Recipes
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg