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Christmas Black Forest Cake: 7 Reasons to Indulge Recipe

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  • Author: Matteo
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This classic Christmas Black Forest Cake combines rich chocolate layers with a luscious cherry filling and whipped cream frosting, making it the perfect indulgent dessert for holiday celebrations. Featuring moist cocoa cake, tart sour cherries, and velvety whipped cream, this cake is both festive and delicious.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 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

Filling and Frosting

  • 1 jar (24 oz) sour cherries, drained
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cake layers.
  2. Prepare Pans: Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to ensure the cakes release easily after baking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt thoroughly.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and well blended.
  5. Incorporate Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is well combined; this step makes the cake moist and rich.
  6. Pour Batter: Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake: Place the pans in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool Cakes: After baking, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Whip Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form, creating a light and fluffy frosting.
  10. Assemble Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread sour cherries evenly over the surface. Then spread a layer of whipped cream on top of the cherries.
  11. Add Second Layer and Frost: Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake, covering the top and sides with the remaining whipped cream.
  12. Garnish: Decorate the cake with chocolate shavings and additional cherries for an elegant finish.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the heavy cream bowl and beaters before whipping.
  • Make sure to drain the sour cherries well to avoid excess moisture in the cake.
  • Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor.
  • This cake can be assembled a day ahead; refrigerate covered to let flavors meld.
  • Ensure cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melted cream.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German

Keywords: Black Forest Cake, Christmas cake, chocolate cake, sour cherry cake, holiday dessert, whipped cream cake, chocolate shavings

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