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German Black Forest Cake with Cherries and Whipped Cream

Indulge in a classic German Black Forest cake featuring rich chocolate layers, cherries, and fluffy whipped cream, ready in 120 minutes.

This Black Forest cake combines rich chocolate flavor with tart cherries, making it a standout dessert. Its layered presentation is visually impressive.

Why This Recipe Works

Layering Technique: Alternating layers of cake, cherries, and whipped cream create a balanced flavor profile.
Rich Chocolate Flavor: Using high-quality cocoa powder intensifies the cake's chocolate taste.
Whipped Cream Stability: Chilling the whipped cream before use helps it hold its shape during assembly.

Chef's Pro Tip: For best results, let the cakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting the whipped cream.

Pinar - MsPinaQ

2026-08-08

Recipe by MsPinaQ

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Prep Time

60 min

Cook Time

60 min

Total Time

120 min

Servings

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Directions

1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
4
Slowly stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth, then pour evenly into prepared pans.
5
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6
Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then set aside.
8
Once cakes are cool, layer with cherries and whipped cream, topping with chocolate shavings.