Description
A classic German dessert featuring layers of chocolate sponge, cherries, and whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups pitted cherries (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup cherry liqueur (optional)
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Stir in boiling water until well combined. The batter will be thin.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice each cake in half horizontally.
- Place one layer on a serving platter. Moisten with cherry liqueur if using.
- Spread a layer of cherries and whipped cream on top.
- Add the second layer and repeat the process until all layers are stacked.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with whipped cream.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings and remaining cherries.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Experiment with different types of liqueurs for varied taste.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: black forest cake, German dessert, chocolate cake, cherry dessert