Cherry Mug Cake

Cherry Mug Cake

Ingredients

  • Whole Wheat Pastry Flour (or Almond/GF Flour): 4 Tbsp

  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: 1 tsp

  • Baking Powder: ¼ tsp

  • Salt: Pinch

  • Natural Sweetener (Maple Syrup, Honey, or Erythritol): 2-3 Tbsp

  • Milk (Low-fat, Almond, or Soy): 4 Tbsp

  • Melted Coconut Oil or Light Olive Oil: 1 Tbsp

  • Vanilla Extract: 1/4 tsp

  • Frozen or Fresh Pitted Cherries (cut in half): 2 Tbsp

  • Mini Dark Chocolate Chips (optional): 1 tsp

Instructions:

  1. Mix Dry: In a large microwave-safe mug (12-14 oz), whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

  2. Add Wet: Pour in the sweetener, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until the batter is just smooth; do not overmix.

  3. Fold In: Gently stir in the chopped cherries and optional chocolate chips.

  4. Microwave: Cook on high for 60 to 90 seconds. The cake is done when the top looks set and springs back slightly.

  5. Serve: Let cool for 1-2 minutes before enjoying.

 

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