Description
A delightful and decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream, creating a chaotic yet delicious experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 jar (24 oz) Morello cherries, drained
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice each cake in half horizontally to create four layers.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Layer the cakes with whipped cream and cherries in between each layer.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with remaining whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for better results.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Black Forest Cake, Chocolate Cake, Cherry Cake, Dessert Recipe