Microwave Chocolate Orange Raisin Cakes with Chocolate Glaze

1. 1

   Line the bottoms of two 1-cup microwave-safe ramekins with wax paper and fasten a wax paper collar 2 inches high around each ramekin.

2. 2

   In a microwave-safe measuring cup stir together the raisins and the Grand Marnier and microwave the mixture at high power (100%) for 1 minute.

3. 3

   In a bowl whisk together the brown sugar and the oil and whisk in the egg, the milk, the flour, the cocoa powder, the cinnamon, the baking soda, and the salt.

4. 4

   Stir in the raisin mixture, combine the batter well, and divide it between the ramekins.

5. 5

   Microwave the cakes at medium power (50%) for 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Let the cakes stand on a rack for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Run a thin knife around the edges of the ramekins, invert the cakes onto the rack, removing the wax paper carefully, and let them cool slightly.

8. 8

   In a 1-pint microwave-safe glass measure combine the cream, the butter, the chocolate, and a pinch of salt, microwave the mixture at high power (100%) for 1 minute, or until the cream comes to a boil, and stir it until it is smooth.

9. 9

   Set the rack with the cakes over a baking sheet and pour the glaze over the cakes, spreading it as necessary to coat the tops and sides.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.