Ingredients
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1/2 cup cottage cheese1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon pure maple syrup1 large egg1 tablespoon milk1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Add the cottage cheese, egg, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract to a microwave-safe mug and stir until smooth.
2. Mix in the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until no dry ingredients remain.
3. Microwave on HIGH for 60 to 90 seconds until the cake is just set.
4. Let the mug cake cool for 1 minute.
5. Drizzle with extra maple syrup and top with chopped pecans or walnuts if desired.
6. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
Blend the cottage cheese before mixing for an extra-smooth texture.
Do not overcook, or the mug cake may become rubbery.
Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
Oat flour works well as a substitute for all-purpose flour.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day and reheat for 10–15 seconds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Healthy Mug Cakes
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 190mg