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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Lava Cake (Healthy Dessert) — homemade cottage cheese lava cake recipe

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Lava Cake

A healthy, protein-packed dessert featuring a gooey center made with cottage cheese and cocoa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Modern
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 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

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • 2 Ramekins
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease two ramekins.
  2. Combine cottage cheese, eggs, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt in a blender or food processor.
  3. Blend the mixture until smooth.
  4. Stir in the dark chocolate chips if using.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are set but the center remains slightly soft.
  7. Let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Ensure the center remains slightly soft for the lava effect. Serve immediately while warm.