Apple - Rosemary Mug cake

This might sound unusual, but herbs have long been poplar with pastry chefs. Rosemary's distinctive woody, pine-sage aroma is usually paired with stronger flavors that won't be overpowered. But with a light touch, rosemary can beautiful perfume sweet dishes.

Preparation time : 10 mins
Makes : 2 Mug Cakes

Ingredients :

Unsalted butter : 2 Tbsp
Ground Rosemary : 1 tsp ( fresh , chopped , very fine or powdered dried rosemary)
Unpeeled apple, grated, any variety : 1
Egg : 1 large
Milk : 2 Tbsp
Vanilla extract : 1 tsp
Granulated Sugar : 1/4 cup
All purpose flour : 6 Tbsp (1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp)
Baking soda : pinch
Kosher salt : pinch

Method :

In a large mug, combine the butter, rosemary, and grated apple.
Microwave for one minute until the butter is melted and the apple is softened.
Whisk in the egg with a fork.
Stir in the milk, vanilla, and sugar.
Add the flour and salt.
Beat the batter until smooth.
Divide the batter between two mugs.
Microwave  separately for 11/2 to 2 1/2 minutes each until risen and firm.

Yummy mug cake is ready to serve.

Topping ideas : whipped cream, creme fraiche, chopped almonds, or caramel sauce.

Variations : Rosemary is also lovely with lemon and orange. To make quick work of pulverizing fresh rosemary, use an electric coffee grinder. Be sure to wipe it out when you're through, or your coffee will taste weird. Also try adding it to the Orange Dream slice Mug Cake.

Note : To grate the apple, grate, it skin and all, through the large holes of a box grater. Grate on four sides, stopping short at the core.

Serve your cake hot with your choice of topping.
Enjoy your dish :)
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