Classic Black Forest Cake

Recipe: Black Forest Cherry Cake 🍒🍰

Overview:

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this classic German dessert – Black Forest Cherry Cake. Layers of moist chocolate cake, luscious cherries, and creamy buttercream, topped with chocolate curls, create a heavenly treat for any occasion. Follow this step-by-step recipe to create your own masterpiece!

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Cake Batter:

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   • In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until thick and fluffy, approximately 10 minutes.

2. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:

   • Gradually fold in chocolate and flour alternately into the egg mixture, ending with flour, until well combined.

3. Bake Cake Layers:

   • Divide the batter evenly into 3 well-greased and floured 8-inch cake pans.
   • Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.

4. Prepare Syrup:

   • In a saucepan, combine water and sugar, and bring to a boil. Let it simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
   • Remove from heat and stir in kirsch. Allow the syrup to cool.

5. Soak Cake Layers:

   • Prick the cake layers with a fork and generously pour the prepared syrup over each layer. Let the cakes absorb the syrup.

6. Make Buttercream Filling:

   • In a separate bowl, beat together confectioners’ sugar and butter until smooth and creamy.
   • Add egg yolk and beat until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
   • Gently fold in kirsch until well incorporated.

7. Assemble the Cake:

   • Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
   • Spread a layer of buttercream filling over the cake.
   • Scatter 3/4 cup of drained sour cherries evenly over the cream.
   • Repeat this process with the second cake layer.
   • Finally, place the third cake layer on top.

8. Frost with Whipped Cream:

   • Fold 2 tablespoons of confectioners’ sugar into the whipped cream until smooth.
   • Cover the sides and top of the cake with the whipped cream.

9. Decorate with Cherries and Chocolate Curls:

   • Garnish the top of the cake with the remaining 1/2 cup of cherries.
   • Create chocolate curls from the chocolate bar using a vegetable peeler.
   • Adorn the sides of the cake with chocolate curls, and sprinkle some on the top for an elegant finish.

10. Chill and Serve:

    • Refrigerate the cake until serving time to allow the flavors to meld together and the frosting to set.
    • Slice and serve this decadent Black Forest Cherry Cake to impress your guests or enjoy it as a special treat for yourself!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 623.4
• Fat: 30.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 17.9g
• Cholesterol: 216.3mg
• Sodium: 138.1mg
• Carbohydrates: 83.3g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 63.3g
• Protein: 10g

Serving Size: 1 Slice

Yield: 8 Servings

Enjoy the rich flavors and textures of this Black Forest Cherry Cake, a beloved dessert that never fails to delight!