Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Black Forest Cake recipe. This iconic dessert features layers of moist chocolate sponge cake, generously filled with luscious whipped cream and succulent cherries. The harmonious blend of rich cocoa flavors, velvety creaminess, and the burst of tangy cherries creates a symphony of taste that's perfect for any occasion. Topped with elegant chocolate shavings, this dessert captures the essence of the renowned Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte from the Black Forest region. Follow our step-by-step instructions to create this masterpiece and savor a slice of tradition.
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Filling and Topping:
- 2 cans (20 oz each) of pitted cherries, drained (you can also use fresh cherries if available)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings or curls for decoration (optional)
- Kirsch (cherry brandy) for soaking the cake layers (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chocolate Sponge Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Reduce the speed and carefully add the boiling water to the batter. Mix until smooth. The batter will be thin, but that's okay.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
2. Prepare the Whipped Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
3. Assemble the Black Forest Cake:
- If desired, you can moisten each cake layer with a bit of Kirsch.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
- Spread a layer of whipped cream over the cake layer.
- Arrange a portion of the drained cherries on top of the whipped cream.
- Place the second cake layer on top of the cherries.
- Cover the entire cake with the remaining whipped cream. You can frost the sides and top.
- Decorate the cake with additional cherries and chocolate shavings or curls.
4. Chill and Serve:
- Once assembled, refrigerate the cake for at least a couple of hours before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the cake to set.
- Slice and serve the Black Forest Cake, and enjoy!
Remember that these quantities are just a guideline, and you can adjust them based on the number of servings you need and your taste preferences.
Nutrition Value
Nutritional Information for Chocolate Sponge Cake Ingredients (per serving, assuming 12 servings):
1. All-Purpose Flour (1 cup):
- Calories: ~455 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~95g
- Protein: ~13g
- Fat: ~1g
- Sodium: ~2mg
2. Granulated Sugar (1 cup):
- Calories: ~774 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~200g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~1mg
3. Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (1/4 cup):
- Calories: ~30 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~8g
- Protein: ~3g
- Fat: ~2g
- Sodium: ~4mg
4. Baking Powder (1 1/2 teaspoons):
- Calories: ~3 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~0.7g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~611mg
5. Baking Soda (1 1/2 teaspoons):
- Calories: ~0 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~0g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~1,260mg
6. Salt (1 teaspoon):
- Calories: ~0 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~0g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~2,325mg
7. Large Egg:
- Calories: ~70-80 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~0.5-1g
- Protein: ~5-6g
- Fat: ~4-5g
- Sodium: ~60-70mg
8. Milk (1 cup):
- Calories: ~80-120 kcal (varies by milk type)
- Carbohydrates: ~10-15g
- Protein: ~8g
- Fat: ~2-8g
- Sodium: ~100-150mg
9. Vegetable Oil (1/2 cup):
- Calories: ~960 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~0g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~109g
- Sodium: ~0mg
10. Vanilla Extract (2 teaspoons):
- Calories: ~24 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~1g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~1mg
11. Boiling Water (1 cup):
- Calories: ~0 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~0g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~0mg
Nutritional Information for Filling and Topping Ingredients (per serving, assuming 12 servings):
1. Pitted Cherries (20 oz can, drained):
- Calories: ~120-150 kcal (varies based on type)
- Carbohydrates: ~30-40g
- Protein: ~1-2g
- Fat: ~0-1g
- Sodium: ~0-10mg
2. Heavy Whipping Cream (1 cup):
- Calories: ~800-900 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~6-8g
- Protein: ~4-6g
- Fat: ~80-90g
- Sodium: ~70-90mg
3. Powdered Sugar (1/2 cup):
- Calories: ~380 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~98g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~5mg
4. Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon):
- Calories: ~12 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~0.5g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~0mg
5. Chocolate Shavings or Curls (for decoration):
- Calories: Varies based on amount and type of chocolate used
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Sodium: Varies
6. Kirsch (cherry brandy, for soaking, optional):
- Calories: ~50-70 kcal (per 1 oz)
- Carbohydrates: ~0g
- Protein: ~0g
- Fat: ~0g
- Sodium: ~0mg
Please note that the nutritional values provided for cherries and chocolate shavings are approximate and can vary based on the specific type and brand used. It's also important to remember that the nutritional content of the filling and topping will depend on the amount you use on each serving of the cake. If you need precise nutritional information, it's recommended to use a nutritional calculator or tool that allows you to input the exact quantities and brands of ingredients you use.
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