Description
This cottage cheese chocolate mug cake is a quick and easy dessert, perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings in minutes. It’s a single-serving treat, making it ideal for a late-night snack or when you want something sweet without a lot of fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: Chocolate chips, for topping
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, combine the cottage cheese and egg. Whisk until well combined and slightly smooth.
- Add the cocoa powder, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until thoroughly combined, ensuring no dry ingredients remain.
- Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set in the center. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave.
- Let the mug cake cool slightly. Top with chocolate chips (optional).
- Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat cottage cheese.
- If you prefer a less sweet cake, reduce the sugar to 1 tablespoon.
- You can add a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Microwave times may vary; start with 60 seconds and add more time as needed.
- Be careful when removing the mug from the microwave, as it may be hot.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 15g