Almond, cherry and dark chocolate cake

Preparation: 15 minutes
Baking: 30 -40 minutes
Serves: 6-8
Ingredients:
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240 g almond meal
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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2 organic eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 cup cherries (fresh or frozen)
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45 g high-quality dark chocolate, chopped (at least 70 % cacao)
Method:
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Preheat oven to 160 C (325 F)
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Line a 20 cm square baking tin with baking paper
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Combine almond meal, salt and baking powder in a bowl.
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In another bowl combine the maple syrup, eggs and vanilla and stir into the dry mix.
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Gently fold through the cherries and chocolate.
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Pour into the prepared baking tin and bake for 30-40 minutes.