{"id":6967,"date":"2019-06-03T16:42:39","date_gmt":"2019-06-03T11:12:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=6967"},"modified":"2024-01-31T19:08:26","modified_gmt":"2024-01-31T13:38:26","slug":"chocolate-cherry-mug-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/chocolate-cherry-mug-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Cherry Mug Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This 5-minute chocolate cherry mug cake <\/strong>is one of my favorite quick dessert recipes! Easy, delicious, fluffy cake with the flavors of a fun black forest cake, without the effort- what\u2019s not to love? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Soft and gooey, studded with pools of melting chocolate and juicy, sweet cherries, this dark, moist chocolate mug cake hits all the right spots! And it is ridiculously easy to make, with the microwave doing all the heavy lifting!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, if this recipe takes you into a mug cake-making spree, my oats banana mug cake<\/a> and easy brownie in a mug<\/a> are just the thing! <\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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Why You'll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2728This recipe is blackforest goodness in a mug! Nostalgic, friendly, comforting - a warm hug for your sweet tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728Rich, decadent chocolate with sweet, luscious cherries makes for a flavor riot of simple indulgence! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728This dairy-free chocolate cherry mug cake recipe can be easily made gluten-free, making it very versatile to suit any dietary restrictions! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728With its seasonal freshness and quick cooking time, this chocolate mug cake with cherries is the perfect midnight craving recipe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728Don\u2019t have cherries? You can always pair the chocolate with another comforting flavor (strawberry mug cake<\/a>, anyone?) and it will be just as comforting and delectable. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cherries: <\/strong>I prefer to use fresh ones to make the most of cherry season, but you can always use frozen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate:<\/strong> I love using dairy-free dark chocolate, but you can use any chocolate you love. Always fun to add more, especially to sprinkle on top! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cocoa powder:<\/strong> For that deep chocolate flavor. Use any kind you have. My current favorite is Van Houten<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flour:<\/strong> I used all-purpose flour for this recipe, but have very successfully made this chocolate cherry mug cake with finger millet\/ragi flour also. This is a very easy recipe that allows you to use any flour of your choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milk: <\/strong>I use coconut milk, but you\u2019re free to use almond milk <\/a>or oat milk<\/a>, or even regular dairy milk if that\u2019s your preference! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil:<\/strong> Coconut oil is my favorite for baking. Feel free to use any vegetable oil of your choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sugar:<\/strong> Regular granulated sugar works well here. But you can easily swap it with brown sugar or muscovado sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> Any brand will do. Of course, the higher the quality better the flavor profile. You can also use homemade vanilla extract<\/a>. This is not a fussy recipe, so use what you have at your disposal! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see the recipe card for full information about the ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Chocolate Cherry Mug Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong> Whisk together the dry ingredients - flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Use a fork to break up any lumps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2:<\/strong> Stir in the coconut oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well till you have a thick batter. Add another tablespoon of milk if it seems too dry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3:<\/strong> Fold in the cherries and chocolate chips!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: <\/strong>Pour the mixture into your favorite microwave-friendly mug or ramekin. Cook for 1 minute 15 seconds. An extra 30 seconds may be required depending on your microwave model. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5: <\/strong>Let it cool for a couple of minutes and enjoy it fresh and warm! <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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