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Black Forest Cake

Homemade Black Forest Cake: A Slice of Chocolate Heaven

This Black Forest Cake is a delightful blend of chocolate and cherries, perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Choose a high-quality brand for the best results.
  • ¾ cup Cocoa Powder Unsweetened cocoa adds authenticity.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake layers.
  • 2 large Eggs Fresh eggs yield better results.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Substitute with melted butter for added richness.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Mix regular milk with vinegar if unavailable.
  • 1½ teaspoons Baking Powder For rising.
  • 1½ teaspoons Baking Soda For rising.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
For the Cherry Filling
  • 2 cups Cherry Filling or Cherries in Syrup Essential for flavor.
  • ½ cup Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For thickening.
  • 2 tablespoons Water To create a slurry.
  • 1 splash Kirsch or Cherry Juice Enhances taste.
For the Whipped Cream Frosting
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Chill beforehand for best results.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.
For the Garnish
  • Chocolate Shavings For decoration.
  • Fresh Cherries For topping.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until well combined.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix with a hand mixer until smooth.
  4. Gradually add boiling water to the batter while mixing on low speed until combined.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Make the cherry filling by combining cherries and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until syrup forms.
  8. Thicken the filling with a slurry made from cornstarch and water, then allow to cool.
  9. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  10. Assemble the cake by layering the chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherry filling.
  11. Garnish with chocolate shavings and fresh cherries, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder and fresh cherries for the best flavor. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing, and allow the cake to chill for perfect texture and flavor melding.

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