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7-Minute Maple Pecan Cottage Cheese Mug Cake Recipe

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This quick and easy 7-Minute Maple Pecan Cottage Cheese Mug Cake is a delightful single-serving treat that combines creamy cottage cheese with the warmth of maple syrup and the crunch of toasted pecans. Perfect for a speedy breakfast or wholesome dessert, this mug cake is made in the microwave and delivers a moist, flavorful cake with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp melted butter, slightly cooled
  • 1 tbsp packed brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp almond flour
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans

Instructions

  1. Combine Cottage Cheese and Egg: In a large, microwave-safe mug, whisk the full-fat cottage cheese and the large egg together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Whisk in the slightly cooled melted butter, packed brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, creating a smooth batter.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Stir in the almond flour and baking powder until the batter is uniform with no lumps remaining.
  4. Fold in Pecans: Gently fold in 1 tablespoon of the chopped toasted pecans to add texture within the cake.
  5. Top with Remaining Pecans: Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of chopped pecans evenly on top for a crunchy finish.
  6. Microwave Cooking: Microwave the mug on high power for 70 to 90 seconds until the cake is set and firm to the touch. Allow to cool briefly before enjoying your delicious mug cake.

Notes

  • Make sure the melted butter is slightly cooled before adding to avoid cooking the egg prematurely.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on your microwave’s power; start with 70 seconds and increase if needed.
  • Use almond flour to keep the recipe gluten-free and add a nutty flavor.
  • Feel free to substitute pecans with walnuts or your preferred nuts.
  • This mug cake is best eaten fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day and gently reheated.

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