Black Forest Cake
Black Forest Cake is a timeless dessert that combines rich chocolate layers, fluffy whipped cream, and tart cherries for an unforgettable treat. This recipe captures the essence of indulgence, making it perfect for birthdays or any special occasion. With its stunning presentation and delightful flavors, this cake will surely impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh or jarred cherries (drained)
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add eggs and milk; mix until smooth.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread whipped cream and add cherries before topping with the second layer. Frost the top and sides with remaining cream and garnish with chocolate shavings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg