Tuesday, 12 May 2015

Lemon - Thyme mug cake

There is such a plant as lemon thyme, but this recipe refers to the combination of fresh lemon zest and chopped fresh thyme leaves. The result is a sweet and sunny flavor combination you'll use over and over again.

Preparation time : 10 mins
Makes : 2 Mug Cakes

Ingredients :

Unsalted butter : 2 Tbsp
Finely grated zest of lemon : 1
Fresh thyme, chopped : 1 tsp (or dried thyme : 1/2 tsp)
Egg : 1 large
Milk : 2 Tbsp
Vanilla extract : 1 tsp
Granulated Sugar : 1/4 cup
All purpose flour : 6 Tbsp or (1/4 cup+2 Tbsp)
Baking soda : pinch
Kosher salt : pinch

Method :

Place the butter, lemon zest, and thyme in a mug and microwave for 20 seconds until the butter is melted.
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, lemon curd, equal parts whipped cream and lemon curd folded together, candied lemon zest, sliced almonds, or fresh berries.

Variations : All ground , freshly toasted anise seeds to the zest and thyme mixture for a delicious, Catalan-inspired taste.

Serve your cake hot with your choice of topping.
Enjoy your dish :)
Thank you, do post your comments !!!

3 comments:

  1. Can I replace the zest with juice?

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    1. yes you can but the taste differs... zest dont have that sourness and it will have nice perfumy, aromatic oils
      If you are adding juice take care to not to add more sourness to your dish

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