Lemon Cottage Cheese Mug Cake (Printable)
A bright, tangy microwave cake with creamy cottage cheese and fresh lemon zest. Ready in under 10 minutes for a quick single-serving dessert.
# What goes in:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 1/4 cup cottage cheese
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 2 tablespoons milk
04 - 1 tablespoon melted butter
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
07 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
08 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
10 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
11 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - In a microwave-safe mug (at least 12 oz capacity), whisk together cottage cheese, egg, milk, melted butter, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
02 - Add flour, sugar, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined, scraping down the sides of the mug.
03 - Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, or until the cake has risen and the center is set.
04 - Let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Enjoy directly from the mug, optionally garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar, extra lemon zest, or a spoonful of yogurt.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its ready in less than ten minutes start to finish, perfect for those mornings when you need something special but have zero time
- The cottage cheese makes it incredibly moist while packing in protein that actually keeps you full
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- Microwave wattage varies wildly, so start with 1 minute 30 seconds and add more time in 15 second increments if needed
- The cake will deflate slightly after microwaving, which is completely normal and doesn't affect the texture
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- Use a fork instead of a whisk when combining ingredients to minimize the cottage cheese texture more effectively
- Grease your mug lightly with butter or oil before adding ingredients for easier eating and cleanup