An indulgent microwave chocolate cake made with dark chocolate and various ingredients, topped with a ganache and optional chocolate curls. Perfect for a quick dessert.
1: Add the chocolate, coffee and oil to a microwave-safe jug. Microwave for 30-45 secs, remove and stir until fully melted.
2: Add the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, cocoa powder and sugar to a large mixing bowl and stir. Then add the melted chocolate, vegan buttermilk and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
3: Grease the sides and line the base of an 8” microwave-safe cake mould. Pour in half the cake mix and microwave for 5-7 minutes (ours is 800W) or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes in the mould, then turn out onto a cooling rack and leave to fully cool. Repeat for the second cake layer.
4: For the middle ganache, add the dark chocolate and vegan cream to a microwave-safe jug, melt for 30 seconds in the microwave, then stir until fully melted. Spread the ganache over the top of the first cake then place the second cake on top.
5: For the ganache glaze, add the dark chocolate and vegan cream to a microwave-safe jug and microwave for 30 seconds, then stir until fully melted. Pour the ganache over the cake and use a knife to ease the chocolate around the sides. Optionally, top with chocolate curls. Slice and enjoy.
