Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Mug Cake

5m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Lightly grease a microwave-safe mug with cooking spray or a touch of butter.
  2. 2Blend cottage cheese until smooth for extra fluffy texture.
  3. 3In the mug, whisk together blended cottage cheese + egg + maple/honey (if using) until smooth.
  4. 4Stir in oat/almond flour, diced apple, cinnamon, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt until fully combined.
  5. 5Cook on high for 90–120 seconds until set and slightly risen.
  6. 6Let the mug cake rest for 2 minutes.
  7. 7Add optional Greek yogurt, maple drizzle, and cinnamon.
  8. 8Enjoy straight from the mug for a cozy, protein-packed treat!

Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup cottage cheese, blended smooth
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp oat flour or almond flour for lower carbs
  • 2 tbsp finely diced apple, peeled if desired
  • 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp baking powder
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 dollop Greek yogurt
  • 1 drizzle maple syrup
  • 1 sprinkle cinnamon

Equipment

microwave-safe mugcooking spraybutterwhisk

Tips

  • Blend cottage cheese for a smoother, fluffier cake
  • Check doneness at 90 seconds - microwave times vary
  • Use small diced apple pieces to avoid sogginess
  • Add toppings after microwaving, not before
  • Best enjoyed immediately for soft, moist texture