Cottage Cheese Lava Cake (High Protein, 90-Second Recipe)
A quick, high-protein chocolate lava cake made in the microwave in just 90 seconds, featuring a gooey, molten center.
- Prep Time: 2
- Cook Time: 2
- Total Time: 4
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 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.
- Add chocolate chips and mix around.
- Microwave for 90 seconds.
- Let cool for 1 minute.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Microwave times can vary, so keep an eye on your cake to prevent overcooking.
For an even smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese mixture before adding chocolate chips.
Enjoy immediately for the best lava effect.
Top with Greek yogurt, whipped cream, or ice cream for extra indulgence.