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Cottage Cheese Lava Cake (in the Microwave)

Name: Cottage Cheese Lava Cake (in the Microwave)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 7 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup cottage cheese (I used Good Culture Low Fat); 1 large egg; 2 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp cacao powder; 3 tbsp oat flour; pinch salt; 1 tbsp chocolate chips

By Hannah Kling June 22, 2026 2 Comments

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Cottage Cheese Lava Cake is a rich and chocolatey single-serve dessert made with cottage cheese, cacao powder, maple syrup, and a gooey melted chocolate center. Ready in just minutes, this easy microwave lava cake is naturally gluten-free and perfect when you’re craving a quick homemade chocolate treat.

chocolate cottage cheese lava cake with a scoop out of it to show the inside on a plate

If you’re a chocolate lover, this cottage cheese lava cake is one of those recipes that feels far more indulgent than the simple ingredients would suggest. The cottage cheese blends completely smooth, creating a soft, tender cake with a molten chocolate center that makes every bite irresistible. It’s the perfect dessert for busy weeknights when you want something homemade without turning on the oven.

I’ve been loving simple cottage cheese desserts lately because they’re so easy to make with ingredients I almost always have on hand. If you’re looking for more cottage cheese treats, be sure to try my Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse, Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough, or any of my Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Jars. And if you’re as obsessed with chocolate desserts as I am, you’ll also love my Double Chocolate Oatmeal Brownies and Double Chocolate Mug Cake.

all the ingredients to make cottage cheese lava cake

How to Make

Blend cottage cheese, egg, maple syrup, vanilla, cacao, oat flour, and salt until smooth.

eggs, cocoa, and maple syrup added to the blender

Pour about 1/2 of the batter into the ramekin and microwave for 1 minute.

lava cake batter poured into a ramekin halfway

Add 1 tablespoons chocolate chips directly to the center. Cover with remaining batter. Microwave for 1 more minute.

chocolate chips added to the cooked batter in a ramekin

rest of the batter poured over the chocolate chips

Allow cake to rest for 2 minutes before flipping it onto a plate.

lava cake on a plate with a gold spoon scooping a bite and the chocolate center melting out

Tips and Tricks

Blend until completely smooth for the best texture and to fully incorporate the cottage cheese into the batter.
Grease your ramekin generously to help the lava cake release easily after resting.
Place the chocolate chips directly in the center of the batter to create the perfect molten lava center.
Let the cake rest for 2 minutes before flipping. This helps it set up while keeping the center soft and gooey.
Microwave times can vary, so adjust as needed. The edges should be set while the center remains slightly soft.

How to Save and Store

Store any leftover Cottage Cheese Lava Cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 15–20 seconds until warm. You can also prepare the batter up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

For the best texture and gooey center, this recipe is best enjoyed fresh and is not recommended for freezing.

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