Cottage Cheese Lava Cake (High Protein, 90-Second Recipe)
A quick and easy high-protein chocolate lava cake that bakes in the microwave in just 90 seconds, perfect for a healthy treat.
- Prep Time: 2
- Cook Time: 2
- Total Time: 4
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp chocolate protein powder
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place cottage cheese, cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, and egg into a microwave-safe bowl or mug.
- Mix until the mixture is combined.
- Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Microwave for 90 seconds.
- Check that the top is mostly set and the inside is gooey.
- Carefully remove from the microwave.
- Let cool for 1 minute before serving.
Notes
Microwave times can vary, so keep an eye on your cake to prevent overcooking.
For an even smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, protein powder, and egg before adding chocolate chips.
Serve immediately for the best molten center experience.
Top with Greek yogurt, whipped cream, or extra chocolate chips if desired.