
Craving something quick and indulgent? This Black Forest Mug Cake is your answer! This delightful mug dessert combines rich chocolate, tart cherries, and a hint of cream, all ready in under 5 minutes. It’s perfect for satisfying that sweet tooth without the hassle of baking a whole cake.
Imagine sinking your spoon into a warm, gooey chocolate cake that perfectly balances sweetness with the refreshing taste of cherries. Not only is this dessert incredibly easy to make, but it also delivers a wonderful flavor that will impress anyone lucky enough to share it with you.
Quick and Tasty Black Forest Mug Cake
This Black Forest Mug Cake is a rich, chocolatey treat topped with juicy cherries and whipped cream. It’s moist, fluffy, and ready in just minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick dessert fix.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cherry pie filling (or fresh cherries)
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure there are no lumps.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Incorporate Cherries: Gently fold in the cherry pie filling or fresh cherries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Microwave: Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until the cake has risen and is set in the middle. (Microwave times may vary, so keep an eye on it!)
- Serve: Let the mug cake cool slightly before topping with whipped cream. Enjoy your delicious Black Forest Mug Cake!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute 30 seconds
- Total Time: 7 minutes 30 seconds
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 45g