Description
Indulge in the festive magic of Christmas with this classic Black Forest Cake. Featuring layers of moist chocolate cake, sweet cherries, and fluffy whipped cream, this decadent dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- Filling & Topping:
- 2 cups dark cherries in syrup (drained, syrup reserved)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Dark chocolate shavings or curls
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add boiling water, mixing until the batter is thin and pourable.
- Bake:
- Divide the batter evenly into prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes completely on a wire rack.
- Make the Whipped Cream:
- In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Slice each cake horizontally to create four layers.
- Spread whipped cream and cherries between each layer, stacking carefully.
- Coat the outside of the cake with whipped cream and decorate with chocolate shavings and cherries.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use kirsch (cherry liqueur) in the cherry syrup for an authentic Black Forest flavor.
- Chill your mixing bowl and whisk attachment before whipping the cream to ensure stability.
- To make even layers, trim the tops of the cake with a serrated knife if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German-inspired
