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Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake

Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake: Quick & Guilt-Free Treat

Experience the Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake, a quick and indulgent treat that's low in sugar and packed with protein.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 1 mug
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1/2 cup Cottage Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Almond Flour Can replace with oat flour or gluten-free alternative
  • 1 large Egg Use flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan version
  • 1 tablespoon Sweetener Use maple syrup, sugar, or stevia
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Increase for stronger flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or Oil Melted coconut oil for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • microwave-safe mug

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a microwave-safe mug, combine cottage cheese, almond flour, egg, sweetener, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Melt butter or oil in the microwave for 20-30 seconds and stir into the batter.
  3. Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute, watching closely to prevent overflow.
  4. Check doneness by pressing the top; it should feel firm. If needed, microwave an additional 10-15 seconds.
  5. Let cool for a couple of minutes before enjoying directly from the mug or transferring to a plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 305mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients mix better. Adjust cinnamon to taste; add toppings if desired. Store in fridge or freeze leftovers.

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