Description
A quick, cozy, and protein-rich single-serve mug cake featuring pumpkin purée, cottage cheese, and warm fall spices. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while staying wholesome and nutritious.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons pumpkin purée
2 tablespoons cottage cheese
1 tablespoon maple syrup (or any sweetener)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg
Pinch of salt
3 tablespoons oat flour (or almond flour for low carb)
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Optional: handful of mini chocolate chips or chopped pecans
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, mix together the pumpkin purée, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the oat flour and baking powder, mixing until fully combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips or chopped pecans if using.
- Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds, or until the cake is set and fluffy.
- Let cool for 1–2 minutes before serving. Optionally top with Greek yogurt or whipped cream.
Notes
Use almond flour for a low-carb version.
Greek yogurt or ricotta can be substituted for cottage cheese.
Microwave times may vary—start with 60 seconds and check doneness.
Over-microwaving can cause a rubbery texture.
Can be baked at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes in a ramekin.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
