This gingerbread cottage cheese mug cake is a delightful high protein dessert that combines the spiced gingerbread flavor with the creamy goodness of cottage cheese. It’s perfect for quick cozy baking during the holiday season.
With warm molasses notes and a fluffy texture, this mug cake is a Pinterest holiday treat that you can whip up in just a few minutes.
Quick and Easy Gingerbread Cottage Cheese Mug Cake
This mug cake recipe features cottage cheese for added protein, combined with gingerbread spices to create a warm and comforting dessert. It takes about 5 minutes to prepare and cook, making it an ideal choice for a quick sweet fix.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Optional: whipped cream or icing for topping
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine the cottage cheese, flour, brown sugar, molasses, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, egg, and milk. Stir until well combined.
- Microwave: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the mug cake to cool for a minute before topping with whipped cream or icing if desired. Enjoy your warm, fluffy gingerbread treat!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
