High Protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake
Imagine digging into a warm, gooey Keto Cottage Cheese Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cake straight from the microwave. The rich chocolate flavor melts into a creamy peanut butter center, giving you all the indulgence of a molten lava cake without the guilt. This low-carb, high-protein dessert is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track with your keto diet.
With simple ingredients, this flourless mug cake is a quick and easy treat for any time of day. Plus, this healthy dessert is gluten-free, sugar-free, and diabetic-friendly.
Ingredients
- .25 cup.25 cup.25 cup Cottage Cheese
- 111 Eggs
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Granular Sugar Substitute - Swerve
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Cocoa Powder

- .25 tsp.25 tsp.25 tsp Vanilla Extract

- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Peanut Butter

- .5 tsp.5 tsp.5 tsp Baking Powder

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Blend the cottage cheese in a high-speed blender until completely smooth.
- Add the egg, sweetener, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and baking powder to the blender and blend again until fully combined.
- Grease a microwave-safe mug or ramekin with butter or coconut oil.
- Pour the batter into the mug or ramekin.
- Spoon the peanut butter into the center of the batter without stirring.
- Microwave on high for 2 minutes or until the cake is set but still gooey in the center. Check after 90 seconds, then continue in 10-second increments if needed.
- Optional: Flip onto a plate for a lava cake presentation or enjoy straight from the mug.
- Let it cool for a minute, then dig in!
Notes
For an extra molten center, freeze the peanut butter for 15 minutes before adding it to the batter. Microwave time may vary - start with 90 seconds and check for doneness in 10-second increments. Want a stronger chocolate flavor? Add sugar-free chocolate chips to the batter. Oven Method: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes in a ramekin. Air Fryer Method: Cook at 320°F (160°C) for 10-12 minutes.
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Coconut Free Desserts Gluten Free Grain Free Keto Nightshade Free Other Pescetarian Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free Vegetarian| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 200 |
| Fat: | 10 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 14 g |
| Protein: | 13 g |
| Cholesterol: | 10 g |
| Sodium: | 218 mg |
| Fiber: | 7 g |
| Sugars: | 3 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated for total recipe. | |




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