PB Banana Mug Cake

The recipe for vegan cottage cheese PB banana mug cake is unbelievably quick, taking only seven minutes. This dessert is warm, fluffy, delicious, and rich in protein. You make it by using bananas, nutty peanut butter, and vegan cottage cheese, all vegan-friendly ingredients. This recipe proves that vegans can also enjoy the luxury of comforting desserts without adding any dairy ingredients. This vegan cottage cheese PB Banana Mug Cake can work for satisfying your sweet tooth, late-night cravings, or even a post-workout snack. Without the addition of any dairy or refined sugar products, you can get all the nutrition of healthy fats, fiber, and protein by making this mug recipe.

STATS:

• Caloric count: 305 kcal
• Prep duration: Five minutes
• Cook time: 2 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Total time: 7 minutes
• Course: Dessert / Snack
• Diet: Vegan
• Portion size: One mug cake
• Serving: 1

EQUIPMENT:

• Small bowl (optional)
• Measuring spoons
• Small whisk
• Microwave-safe mug

INGREDIENTS:

• ½ medium ripe banana
• 2 tbsp of vegan cottage cheese
• 1 tbsp of natural peanut butter
• 3 tbsp of oat flour
• ½ tbsp of maple syrup (optional)
• ¼ tsp of baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1–2 tbsp of plant milk
• ¼ tsp of vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp of vegan chocolate chips (optional)

INGREDIENT NOTES:

VEGAN COTTAGE CHEESE:

• It includes the creamy texture in the mug cake. Silken tofu is a substitute option.

BANANA:

• The core ingredients are a binder and a sweetener in this recipe. Pumpkin puree is a substitute option.

PEANUT BUTTER:

• This provides a nutty flavor in the mug cake and also includes healthy fats. For a substitute, use almond butter.

OAT FLOUR:

• This flour, which we use in this recipe, has a light texture. Use almond flour as an alternative.

MAPLE SYRUP:

• Having a sweet flavor, it includes sweetness inside the mug cake. For a substitute option, utilize date syrup.

BAKING POWDER:

• It keeps the mug cake fluffy and also makes it rise while microwaving. For an alternative option, you can use a mixture of ½ teaspoon of vinegar and ¼ teaspoon of baking soda.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

• It includes a sweet flavor. If you desire, you can omit vanilla extract or use almond extract for an alternative option.

PLANT MILK:

• The milk that we use in this mug cake helps the batter adjust its consistency.

SALT:

Salt naturally improves and balances the flavor in the cake batter.

VEGAN CHOCOLATE CHIPS:

• These include indulgence and flavor to the mug cake.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Take the mug, which is microwavable, and mash a ripe banana inside it.
2. Include peanut butter, maple syrup, vegan cottage cheese, plant milk, and vanilla extract, and mix them properly.
3. Now include the dry ingredients, and mix till you combine them.
4. The batter of the mug cake must be spoonable but not too thick.
5. Stirring in vegan chocolate chips is optional.
6. Now microwave the mug for around 1½ to 2 minutes till the top of the mug cake becomes springy and set.
7. Cool for one minute, since the texture of the mug cake will improve if it cools down.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• For this mug cake to look like a dessert, you can add vegan vanilla ice cream.
• To top it off with some crushed peanuts or banana slices.
• Drizzling with vegan melted dark chocolate or melted peanut butter is also a nice option.

TIPS:

• For obtaining the best texture and sweetness, make use of a very ripe banana.
• You need to reduce a bit of plant milk if you are using any other kind of flour.
• Timing for microwaving can differ. You can start with 90 seconds and keep adding 10-second intervals.
• If you want to make this recipe in an oven, use an oven-safe ramekin at 175°C for about fifteen to eighteen minutes.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Store it inside a sealed vessel for two days. For 20 to 30 seconds, microwave it before you want to serve it.

FREEZER:

• You can wrap it up or use a tight box to store it for one month. For a night, defrost inside the fridge and heat it up gently.

FAQs:

Will I be able to prepare this mug cake inside the oven?

• Yes, bake for fifteen to eighteen minutes at 175°C.

Can I add protein powder to the mug cake?

• You can make use of vegan protein powder in place of 1 tablespoon of oat flour.

Can we use vegan cottage cheese to prepare this mg cake?

• Vegan cottage cheese has protein, and it provides moisture, but you can make use of blended silken tofu or vegan yogurt instead.

How to prepare this mug cake without using any peanut butter?

• Use sunflower seed or almond butter instead.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 305 kcal

Net carbs: 26 grams

Iron: 1.6 grams

Total carbs: 31 grams

Vitamin A: 85 IU

Fiber: 5 grams

Calcium: 90 milligrams

Protein: 14 grams

Sodium: 170 milligrams

Serving: 1

Portion size: One mug cake

Potassium: 370 milligrams