Black mulberries can add a delightful sweetness and unique flavor to a cake. Here’s a simple recipe for a Black Mulberry Cake:

Black Mulberry Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups black mulberries, washed and stemmed
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup plain yogurt or buttermilk

For Topping (Optional):

• 1/4 cup black mulberries
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
2. Prepare Mulberries:
   • Rinse the black mulberries, remove stems, and set aside. If you’re using them for topping, reserve a small portion.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
4. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
   • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Alternate Mixing:
   • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the yogurt or buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
7. Fold in Mulberries:
   • Gently fold in the black mulberries into the batter until evenly distributed.
8. Pour into Pan:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
9. For Topping (Optional):
   • If using mulberries for topping, sprinkle them on top of the batter and lightly press them in. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of sugar.
10. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Cool:
    • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Serve:
    • Once the cake has cooled, slice and serve. Enjoy your Black Mulberry Cake!

Feel free to adjust the sugar quantity based on the sweetness of your mulberries. This cake is perfect for showcasing the rich and fruity flavor of black mulberries.