Description
This Black Forest Mug Cake is a quick and delicious single-serving dessert that combines rich chocolatey flavors with juicy cherries. Perfect for when you crave a decadent treat without the fuss of baking a whole cake, it’s prepared in minutes using a microwave, topped with luscious chocolate ganache, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings for a truly indulgent experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup oil
Add-ins and Toppings
- Handful/10 pitted cherries
- Chocolate ganache (about 2 tablespoons) for topping
- Whipped cream to top
- Chocolate shavings to top
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Take a microwave-safe mug and add the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder. Stir thoroughly to combine all the dry ingredients evenly.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk and oil into the dry mixture and stir well to form a smooth batter with no lumps.
- Incorporate Cherries: Add the pitted cherries into the batter and gently fold them in to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Microwave Cooking: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for about 2 minutes, or until the cake has risen and is cooked through. A toothpick inserted should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool Slightly: Allow the cake to cool for a minute or two to avoid melting the toppings when added.
- Add Ganache: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of chocolate ganache on top of the cake and spread it evenly while still slightly warm.
- Top with Whipped Cream and Decorations: Pipe or spoon whipped cream on top of the ganache, then sprinkle with chocolate shavings and place a cherry on top for garnish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Dig into the warm, rich Black Forest Mug Cake immediately for a cozy, indulgent dessert.
Notes
- Make sure to use a microwave-safe mug to avoid any accidents.
- Adjust cooking time based on your microwave’s wattage; start checking at 1 minute 45 seconds if unsure.
- You can substitute fresh cherries with frozen or canned, just drain well before adding.
- Use full-fat milk and oil for a moister cake, but alternatives like almond milk and light oil can be used for a lighter version.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract or cherry liqueur to the batter.
- If chocolate ganache is unavailable, melted chocolate or chocolate syrup can be used as a topping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: European
Keywords: Black Forest mug cake, quick dessert, microwave cake, chocolate cherry cake, single serving dessert
