Description
A quick, protein-rich, gluten-free mug cake made with cottage cheese, coconut, and vanilla—perfect for a nourishing sweet treat in under 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or preferred sweetener
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl or blender, combine cottage cheese, egg, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt. Mix or blend until smooth.
- Add almond flour, shredded coconut, and baking powder. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the batter into a microwave-safe mug or ramekin.
- Microwave for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, or until the cake is risen and the center is set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the batter before cooking.
- Add mini chocolate chips or berries for extra flavor.
- Top with yogurt or a drizzle of maple syrup for serving.
- Use a larger mug to prevent overflow as the cake rises.
- Cook time may vary slightly based on microwave wattage.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
