Black Forest Cake Recipe

Black Forest cake is a classic and beloved dessert that originated in the Black Forest region of Germany. This indulgent cake features layers of rich chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries, with a hint of cherry schnapps for a delicious and boozy kick. While you can certainly find Black Forest cake in many bakeries and restaurants, there’s something truly special about making an authentic homemade version from scratch.

Black Forest Cake Recipe

Black Forest cake, or Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte, is a classic German dessert that's loved by many. It's made with layers of chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries, and it's topped with chocolate shavings. This homemade Black Forest cake recipe is easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. Follow this recipe for a delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Chilling Time: 1 hour hr

Total Time 2 hours hrs

Course Dessert

Cuisine German

Servings 4 people

Calories 560 kcal

Equipment

• 2 Round Cake Pan 8-Inch
• Parchment Paper
• Mixing Bowls
• Electric Mixer
• Rubber Spatula
• Offset Spatula

Ingredients

  

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For The Cake:

• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 1 tsp Baking Soda
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 Egg Large
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 cup Milk

For The Filling And Topping:

• 1 can Cherry Pie Filling
• 1 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
• 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• Chocolate Shavings For Garnish
• Coctail Cherry For Garnish

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Instructions

 

For the cake:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
• Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and beat until just combined.
• Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre of the cake comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the filling and topping:

• In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
• Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of cherry pie filling over the top.
• Top the cherry filling with a layer of whipped cream.
• Place the second cake layer on top of the whipped cream and spread a layer of cherry pie filling over the top.
• Use an offset spatula to spread the remaining whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake.
• Top the cake with chocolate shavings and with cocktail cherries and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Serve this cake with a hot cup of coffee or tea for an extra special treat. Enjoy!

Note: The nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients and cooking methods used.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25recipeCalories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 7gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 162mgSodium: 371mgFiber: 2gSugar: 45g

Keyword Black Forest Cake, cherries, chocolate, cream

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