Tuesday, 12 May 2015

Victorian Rose mug cake

Rose water was first brought to Victorian England from colonia India, and quickly became all the rage. Enterprising American housewives even distilled their own! Look for it in any Indian or Middle Eastern market.

Preparation time : 10 mins
Makes : 2 Mug Cakes

Ingredients :

Unsalted butter, softened : 2 Tbsp
Egg : 1 large
Sugar : 1/4 cup
Rose water : 2 tsp
Milk : 2 Tbsp
All purpose flour : 6 Tbsp ( 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp)
Baking soda : pinch
Kosher salt : pinch

Method :

In a large mug beat together the butter and sugar with a fork until smooth.
Stir in the rose water, egg, and milk.
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, sour cream frosting, honey glaze, confectioners sugar, chopped pistachio nuts, fresh berries, dried edible rose buds or candied rose petals.

Variations : Try replacing the rose water with orange flower water ( a common cocktail ingredient, available at liquor stores), or omit it altogether and fold in crushed edible lavender buds for a delicate essence of flowers.

How to make candied Rose Petals :
To candy rose petals, first make sure they are edible and not covered in pesticides. Coat the separated petals lightly with egg white, then sprinkle with granulated sugar. Set them aside to dry for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

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