Savory Mug Cake

Microwave cakes are delicious, so why not make a Savory Mug Cake, filled with fresh broccoli and goat cheese, for an easy and quick meal? It’s prepared in the blink of an eye, and you’ll devour it in just a few bites. This recipe is everything that’s best in the kitchen: convenient, with minimal cleanup and equipment, and customizable, as you can indulge in different flavors.

I always enjoy a soft and rich savory loaf, packed with fresh vegetables and tangy ingredients. It’s a comfort food for me, the recipe I make whenever I don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen and I’m looking for something quick. Similarly, this Savory Mug Cake is very convenient, and when prepared in the microwave, it’s even quicker since you don’t need to preheat the oven, and it only takes only a few minutes. Moreover, the bowl cake is designed for one person, so you don’t need to worry about leftovers or limit your cravings.

Mug cakes originated in the U.S in the late 2000s, simultaneously with the search for a fast and easy dessert that doesn’t require an oven. It became popular very quickly, spreading across the internet with thousands of variations, becoming a solution even for those who aren’t skilled in the kitchen. Nowadays, you can find ready-made mug cake mixes in the stores, making it even easier with less effort required.

If you don’t plan to eat the Savory Mug Cake immediately and want to store it for a couple of days, let it cool to room temperature before placing it in an airtight container in the fridge. Then, when you’re ready to eat it, you can reheat it in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.

Ingredients for broccoli and cheese mug cake

• Broccoli: it adds an earthy flavor to the Savory Mug Cake, balancing the richness of the cheese and the tanginess of the yogurt. Additionally, steamed broccoli provides a satisfying texture, contrasting the fluffy texture of the cake and adding complexity to each bite. Finally, this vegetable is packed with vitamins, fiber and antioxidants, making the microwave cake more nutritious and healthier.

• Goat cheese: crumbled goat cheese adds a rich and tangy flavor, balancing the earthiness of the broccoli and creating a more complex flavor profile. Goat cheese also contributes a creamy texture, and its salty touch helps enhance the savory elements of the dish. As the mug cake cooks in the microwave, the cheese melts, contributing to the moist batter.

• Rolled oats: they provide a pleasant, chewy texture to the Savory Mug Cake, making it more filling. Oats absorb the liquids, preventing the cake from becoming too dry. Additionally, rolled oats add a nutty flavor that complements the other savory ingredients. Nutritionally, they are rich in fiber and a great source of protein, making the microwave cake more nutritious and healthier.

• Yogurt: I use Greek yogurt to add moisture to the batter and ensure that the Savory Mug Cake stays soft. Its acidity reacts with the baking powder, helping the microwave cake rise and stay fluffy. Additionally, Greek yogurt provides a pleasant tanginess that complements the broccoli and cheese, enhancing the overall flavor profile. Finally, this ingredient is a great source of protein, making the recipe more filling and satisfying.

• Egg: it acts as a binding agent that keeps the ingredients together, ensuring that the Savory Mug Cake doesn’t lose its shape while cooking. Moreover, the egg helps with the leavening process , making the cake rise and become fluffy. Finally, this ingredient adds moisture and prevents the batter from becoming dry.

Find the complete recipe with measurements below.

How to prepare the savory microwave cake

Add rolled oats, baking powder, a pinch of salt and black pepper to a microwave-safe bowl, mixing well.

Incorporate the egg, yogurt, oregano, crumbled goat cheese and finely chopped broccoli. Whisk everything together to combine.

Microwave on full power for 3 to 3,5 minutes. Remove the cake from the bowl and serve with a few spoonfuls of tomato sauce on top.

My tips for a tender broccoli and cheese mug cake

• You can complement he cake by adding some chopped sun-dried tomatoes.

• You can substitute Greek yogurt with cream cheese, cottage cheese, or any type of yogurt you prefer.

• Feta cheese can replace the goat cheese, making the microwave cake saltier.

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Savory Mug Cake

Course: Main, Snacks, AppetizersCuisine: vegetarian

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

3

minutes

Ingredients

• Rolled Oats 35gr (1/2cup)

• Baking powder 1/2tsp

• Yogurt (Greek) 100gr (1/2cup)

• Goat cheese 40gr (1/4cup)

• Broccoli (steamed) 2-3 florets (1/4cup)

• Egg 1

• Tomato sauce 3-4 tbsp

• Oregano 1/4tsp

• Salt

• Black pepper

Directions

• Add rolled oats, baking powder, a pinch of salt and black pepper to a microwave-safe bowl, mixing well.
• Incorporate the egg, yogurt, oregano, crumbled goat cheese and finely chopped broccoli. Whisk everything together to combine.
• Microwave on full power for 3 to 3,5 minutes.
• Remove the cake from the bowl and serve with a few spoonfuls of tomato sauce on top.

Notes

• You can complement he cake by adding some chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
• You can substitute Greek yogurt with cream cheese, cottage cheese, or any type of yogurt you prefer.
• Feta cheese can replace the goat cheese, making the microwave cake saltier.