Black cherry mug cake

The dark, bittersweet black cherry has a sharper flavor than lighter sweet cherries like the Bing. Their acidity makes them great for baking, when the addition of sugar to a batter gives just the right balance.

Preparation time : 10 mins
Makes : 2 Mug Cakes

Ingredients :

Unsalted butter : 2 Tbsp
Pitted fresh or canned black cherries : 1/2 cup
Egg : 1 large
Sour cream : 1 Tbsp
Vanilla extract : 1/4 tsp
Granulated Sugar : 1/4 cup
Cocoa powder : 2 Tbsp
All purpose flour : 1/4 cup
Baking soda : pinch
Kosher salt : pinch

Method :

Combine the cherries and butter in a large mug.
Microwave for 30 seconds until the butter is melted.
Whisk in the egg with a fork.
Stir in the sour cream, vanilla, and sugar.
Add the cocoa, 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, cherry glaze, kirsch-cherry sauce made with reserved cherry syrup, kirsch-flavoured hard sauce, shaved chocolate, unsweetened cocoa powder, or confectioners' sugar.

Variations :
Blackberry mug cake : Substitute blackberries for cherries,and add a dash of creme de cassis (black currant liqueur) if you've got any on hand.
Serve your cake hot with your choice of topping.
Enjoy your dish :)

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