Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Simple Black Forest Cake, featuring layers of moist chocolate cake, luscious whipped cream, and tart cherries. This easy recipe transforms basic ingredients into a stunning dessert that’s perfect for any celebration or cozy gathering. Each slice offers a heavenly combination of flavors and textures, making it an irresistible centerpiece at your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 cups whipped cream (freshly whipped)
- 1 cup sour cherries (jarred or fresh)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, and oil until combined. Pour into dry ingredients and mix until just blended.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Once cooled, slice each layer horizontally if desired. Assemble by alternating layers of cake, whipped cream, and cherries.
- Top with additional whipped cream and garnish as desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg