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Black Forest Cake
A German classic featuring chocolate sponge layers, cherry filling, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings.
Hardโฑ๏ธ 1 hour 35 mins๐ฝ๏ธ 12 slices๐ฅ 450 cal
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๐ฅ Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 2 cans pitted cherries
- 3 tbsp kirsch (cherry liqueur)
- 4 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
๐ Instructions
- 1
Beat eggs and sugar until tripled in volume.
- 2
Fold in sifted flour and cocoa, then butter.
- 3
Bake in three 8-inch pans at 350ยฐF for 12-15 minutes.
- 4
Drain cherries, reserve juice. Mix juice with kirsch.
- 5
Brush cake layers with kirsch syrup.
- 6
Whip cream with powdered sugar.
- 7
Layer cake with cream and cherries. Cover entirely.
- 8
Top with chocolate shavings and more cherries.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โUse sour cherries for authentic flavor.
- โKirsch is traditional but can be omitted.
- โChill thoroughly before serving.
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Prep Time
1 hour
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
1 hour 35 mins
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