High-Protein Cottage Cheese Lava Cake
A wholesome twist on a classic dessert that combines indulgence and nutrition for a guilt-free treat packed with protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein, Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (240g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (30g)
- 1/4 cup granulated sweetener (50g)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend the low-fat cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs to the blended cottage cheese and mix until well combined.
- Sift in the cocoa powder to avoid lumps.
- Sweeten the mixture by adding the granulated sweetener, vanilla extract, baking powder, and pinch of salt; combine until smooth.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips if using.
- Prepare your bakeware by greasing ramekins or a small baking dish.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared dish(es).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until set on the edges and slightly jiggly in the center.
- Rest the cake for about 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Serve warm with yogurt or whipped cream; pairs well with fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 140mg