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Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake

A quick and easy mug cake that combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls with the protein boost of cottage cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mug Cake Base
  • 1 cup cottage cheese preferably low-fat
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk any type
Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Cream Cheese Frosting (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese softened
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Mug Cake
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, egg, and milk. Mix until smooth.
  2. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
  3. Pour half of the mug cake batter into a microwave-safe mug. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture on top.
  4. Add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon swirl mixture.
  5. Use a fork to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter.
Cook the Mug Cake
  1. Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute. Check for doneness; if needed, microwave for an additional 10-15 seconds.
Prepare the Frosting (Optional)
  1. In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Serve
  1. Let the mug cake cool for a minute, then top with cream cheese frosting if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

This mug cake is best enjoyed fresh and warm. Adjust the sweetness to your preference by varying the sugar amounts.

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