🥚🧈 Carnivore Mug Cake (Ready in 2 Minutes)
🧾 Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp butter (plus more for greasing)
- 1 tbsp cream cheese OR mascarpone (optional, for creaminess)
- 1 tbsp unflavored collagen powder or whey isolate (optional for texture/protein boost)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional (if relaxed carnivore):
- 1–2 drops vanilla extract
- Few drops of liquid stevia or monk fruit
- 1 tsp grated Parmesan or shredded mozzarella (yes, it works!)
🔥 Instructions:
- Grease a Mug:
- Use butter or beef tallow to lightly coat the inside of a microwave-safe mug.
- Mix:
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg, softened butter, and cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in collagen/whey if using. Add a pinch of salt.
- Mix until well combined — batter should be thick but pourable.
- Microwave:
- Pour into the greased mug.
- Microwave on high for 60–75 seconds. Check doneness — it should puff up and set but still be moist.
- Cool Slightly & Serve:
- Let it rest for 1 minute.
- Eat directly from the mug or invert it onto a plate.
- Top with whipped cream (from heavy cream) or a dollop of mascarpone if desired.
🧈 Variations:
- Cheesecake Style: Use 2 tbsp cream cheese and no collagen; top with whipped cream.
- Savory Version: Skip any sweetener or vanilla, and add a sprinkle of salt and cheese for a cheesy “bread-like” mug cake.
- Keto-carnivore twist: Add a bit of cocoa powder (if you’re flexible).
Would you like a baked or oven version instead?