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Black Forest Cake Recipe

Decadent Black Forest Cake Recipe with Chocolate and Cherries

This Black Forest Cake Recipe combines rich chocolate layers with tart cherries for an unforgettable dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 ¾ cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap with cake flour
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used
  • ¾ cup Cocoa Powder Unsweetened for balanced flavor
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt is recommended
  • 2 Large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Buttermilk is a good alternative
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil Melted butter can be used
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best flavor
  • 1 cup Boiling Water Don't skip for rich flavor
For the Cherry Filling
  • 2 cups Pitted Cherries Fresh or canned, drained well if canned
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on cherry sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Ensure it's well blended
  • 2 tablespoons Kirsch Optional for added flavor
For the Whipped Topping
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Coconut cream for dairy-free
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • to taste Chocolate Shavings For garnish
  • to taste Fresh Cherries For garnish

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
  4. Incorporate boiling water carefully into the batter.
  5. Divide batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Allow baked layers to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Cherry Filling Preparation
  1. Combine cherries and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until juices are released.
  2. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into cherry mixture, cooking until thickened.
Whipped Cream Preparation
  1. Chill mixing bowl and beaters, then whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Assembling the Cake
  1. Place one cake layer on a platter, add whipped cream and cherry filling, then repeat with the second layer.
  2. Frost the entire outside with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings and fresh cherries.
  3. Chill the cake in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for optimal results. Ensure to drain canned cherries thoroughly to avoid sogginess.

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