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Black Forest Cake

Indulge in the Classic Black Forest Cake

Hello, Cookeazy family! Looking to buy a cake for your loved one's special eve. Why don't you make it at home and make it more special for them. Baking cake at home is kinda difficult thing but come on you can do that it's no big deal. If I can make I believe anyone can bake a cake better than me. Without a due let me share the recipe for the Black Forest Cake. Black Forest Cake is a chocolate sponge along with some cherries and whipped cream which is a delicioust delight and a timeless desert originated in Germany. So, without a due let's dive into the baking of this delightful recipe!



Why You'll Love Black Forest Cake

Black Forest Cake is Creamy and rich filled with moist chocolate sponge cake. It is fruity and tangy with the burst of flavors. Black forest cake is perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:

  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup milk, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the Filling and Topping:

  • 2 cups heavy cream, chilled
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (14 ounces) pitted cherries, drained (reserve some for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup cherry liqueur or syrup (optional)
  • Dark chocolate shavings, for decoration




Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Sponge Cake

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
  4. Add Boiling Water: Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin; this is normal.
  5. Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.

Step 2: Prepare the Whipped Cream

  1. Whip Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.

Step 3: Assemble the Black Forest Cake

  1. Slice Cakes: Using a serrated knife, slice each cake horizontally into two layers.
  2. Layering: Place one cake layer on a serving platter. If using cherry liqueur or syrup, brush it over the cake layer.
  3. Add Filling: Spread a layer of whipped cream over the cake and top with a layer of cherries. Repeat with the remaining layers, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.



Step 4: Garnish and Chill

  1. Decorate: Use a vegetable peeler to create chocolate shavings from a chocolate bar. Sprinkle the chocolate shavings over the top of the cake. Garnish with reserved cherries.
  2. Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1-2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.




Happy Baking!

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