🍌🥣 High-Protein Cottage Cheese Banana Bread Mug Cake

🍌🥣 High-Protein Cottage Cheese Banana Bread Mug Cake

(Makes 1 mug cake)

Ingredients

½ cup cottage cheese (use high-protein or 2%/4% for best texture)

1 ripe banana, mashed

¼ cup almond flour

1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)

¼ tsp baking powder

¼ tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of cinnamon (optional but amazing)

1 tbsp chocolate chips or walnuts (optional)

Optional Protein Boosts (choose 1):

1 scoop vanilla protein powder (½ scoop works too)

1 tbsp powdered milk

1–2 tbsp Greek yogurt mixed into the batter

🍽️ Instructions

1. Prep the Mug

Use a large microwave-safe mug. Lightly spray with oil or butter to prevent sticking.

2. Blend or Mix Wet Ingredients

For the smoothest texture, blend together:

Cottage cheese

Banana

Honey

Vanilla

Blending makes the mug cake fluffy and removes cottage cheese texture.

If you prefer texture, whisk by hand.

3. Add Dry Ingredients

Stir in:

Almond flour

Baking powder

Cinnamon (optional)

Protein powder (if using)

Mix until smooth. If batter is too thick, add 1–2 tsp milk or water.

4. Microwave

Microwave 1 minute 30 seconds – 2 minutes
Cooking time varies by microwave.
Stop when the top is just set — avoid overcooking.

Tip: If using protein powder, cook slightly less (1:30 to 1:45).

5. Serve

Top with:

Sliced bananas

Greek yogurt

Honey drizzle

Peanut butter

Cinnamon

Chocolate chips

Enjoy warm and fluffy!

💪 High-Protein Tips

To maximize protein per mug:
✔ Add ½–1 scoop vanilla protein powder
✔ Use high-protein cottage cheese (15g+ per ½ cup)
✔ Add 1 tbsp Greek yogurt to increase moisture + protein
✔ Top with a spoon of peanut butter for extra healthy fats & protein

You can easily reach 25–35g protein per mug cake depending on ingredients used.