Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake
This Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake is a quick, protein-packed dessert that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon rolls with a moist, fluffy texture, perfect for a single serving treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Total Time: 6.5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaved
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tsp water (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, combine cottage cheese, egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract; mix well until smooth.
- Add the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and ground cinnamon; stir until just combined.
- Use a spoon to swirl a bit of extra cinnamon and sugar mixture on top to mimic cinnamon roll swirls.
- Microwave on high for 1 to 1.5 minutes or until the cake has risen and is set but moist.
- Mix powdered sugar and water to create a glaze; drizzle over the warm mug cake before serving.
Notes
For extra indulgence, serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of cream cheese frosting.