Description
Indulge in the delightful Easy Black Forest Cake, a decadent dessert that perfectly marries rich chocolate cake with fluffy whipped cream and tart cherries. This cake is ideal for any celebration, be it birthdays or casual get-togethers, thanks to its impressive presentation and balanced flavors. With simple ingredients and quick assembly, you can easily create this masterpiece at home. The layers of chocolatey goodness topped with fresh cherries not only taste incredible but also make for a stunning centerpiece at your dessert table. Get ready to impress your guests with this classic treat that is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 jar (24 oz) morello cherries, drained
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth. Gradually stir in boiling water.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Slice the cooled cake into two layers. Layer with cherry juice, whipped cream, and drained cherries; repeat with the second layer.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or extra cherries before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor. Chill your whipping cream for better whip consistency. Level cake layers for even stacking.