Description
Experience the bliss of homemade Black Forest Cake, a delightful treat that layers rich chocolate cake with luscious whipped cream and tart cherries. Perfect for any celebration or a sweet escape after a long day, this cake is a showstopper that brings smiles to every gathering. With its impressive presentation and irresistible flavors, it’s bound to become your favorite dessert recipe.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups fresh whipped cream (or heavy cream)
- 1 cup pitted cherries (fresh or jarred)
- Dark chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely before removing from pans.
- Assemble by layering one cake with whipped cream and cherries, topping with the second layer and more whipped cream.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 102g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding cherry liqueur to the cherry filling. Substitute cherries with raspberries or strawberries for a fruity twist. Chill mixing bowls before whipping cream for optimal fluffiness.