Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Black Forest Crisp, a delectable dessert that harmonizes the richness of chocolate and the tangy sweetness of cherries. This culinary masterpiece features a delightful combination of three recipes: a crisp oat topping, a luscious cherry filling, and a creamy whipped cream. The crisp oat topping, made with a blend of oats, flour, brown sugar, and butter, provides a golden-brown crust that contrasts beautifully with the vibrant cherry filling. The cherry filling, a delightful symphony of fresh or frozen cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and almond extract, bursts with a sweet and tart flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. To complete this dessert extravaganza, a dollop of creamy whipped cream adds a touch of lightness and richness, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BLACK FOREST DUMP CAKE
All you need are a few simple ingredients--like a chocolate cake mix and some cherry pie filling--to make this easy decadent chocolate cherry dessert.
Provided by Danelle
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350° degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Dump the cherry pie filling into prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle the unprepared cake mix evenly over the cherry pie filling.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix and sprinkle with chocolate chips, if using.
- Bake for 1 hour (Don't worry if there are a few dry patches in your cake. It won't matter when you scoop it up and top it with ice cream). Spoon warm cake into serving dishes or bowls and top with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Carbohydrate 76 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 35 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 19 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 438 milligrams sodium, Sugar 29 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams unsaturated fat
BLACK FOREST CAKE
Some historians trace this famous cherry-chocolate cake (called Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte in German) back to the 16th century, but it was most likely named and popularized by German baker Josef Keller in 1915 Germans take their world-famous dessert seriously: The cake was granted protected status by the European Commission in 2013, meaning that for a dessert to be sold as a Black Forest Cake, it must contain Black Forest kirsch, a brandy made from local cherries.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 3h10m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter the bottoms and sides of two 9-inch round cake pans; line the bottoms with parchment paper. Butter the parchment and dust the bottoms and sides of the pans with cocoa powder, tapping out the excess.
- Put the eggs (in their shells) in a medium bowl and cover with hot tap water; let stand 5 minutes (warming the eggs will help them whip better). Sift the cocoa powder, cake flour and salt into a medium bowl, then whisk in the almond flour; set aside.
- Remove the eggs from the water and crack into a large bowl. Add the granulated sugar and beat with a mixer on low speed to combine. Increase the speed to medium high and beat until pale, fluffy and thick, about 10 minutes. The mixture should fall off the beaters in a ribbon when lifted.
- Sprinkle one-third of the flour mixture over the egg mixture and gently fold with a whisk until combined. Repeat with the remaining flour mixture in two batches, adding the vanilla with the final addition. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake until the cakes pull away from the sides of the pans and a toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Immediately run a small offset spatula around the edges to loosen. Let the cakes cool 5 minutes in the pans, then remove to a rack, parchment-side down, and let cool completely.
- Meanwhile, make the whipped cream: Whisk the confectioners' sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan (the cornstarch will help stabilize the whipped cream). Slowly add 3/4 cup heavy cream, whisking, until a paste forms. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring, until thick and bubbling, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl, place a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface and refrigerate until completely cooled, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the filling: Bring the cherries, cherry syrup, kirsch and granulated sugar to a simmer in a small saucepan, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the almond extract and transfer to a bowl. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Finish the whipped cream: Beat the remaining 2 1/4 cups cold heavy cream and vanilla in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 1 minute. With the mixer running, add the cooked cream mixture and beat until stiff peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Drain the cherries and reserve the syrup. Discard the parchment from the cakes. Trim a thin layer off the top of each cake with a long serrated knife. Put one cake cut-side up on a cake stand or serving plate and brush with half of the reserved syrup. Spread about 1 cup whipped cream over the top in a thin layer, then top with all but 1/4 cup cherries. Spread 1 cup whipped cream over the cherries in a thin layer. Top with the remaining cake and brush with the remaining syrup. Spread 1 1/2 cups whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake in a thin layer (some crumbs are OK). Refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Spread the remaining whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Sprinkle the shaved chocolate around the top of the cake and press into the sides; top with the reserved cherries. Refrigerate overnight; the cake will soak up the syrup.
BLACK FOREST CRISP
Cherry pie filling is baked with a crumbly topping of chopped chocolate sandwich cookies and almonds in this crisp version of Black Forest cake.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 40m
Yield Makes 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix cookie crumbs, almonds and butter until well blended; set aside.
- Spoon pie filling into lightly greased 13x9-inch baking pan; top with the crumb mixture.
- Bake 30 min. or until pie filling is hot and bubbly and topping is lightly browned. Cool. Top each serving with 1/3 cup of the ice cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g
BLACK FOREST CRISP
This is so simple and so good. It's very rich, you really need the ice cream to help cut the sweetness a bit.
Provided by Miss Erin C.
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Layer the first 5 ingredients in a lightly greased cake pan starting with the cherry pie filling on the bottom and ending wtih the cake mix on the top.
- Sprinkle the pieces of butter or margarine over the top.
- Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes.
- Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.9, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 624, Carbohydrate 86.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 40.3, Protein 6.6
BLACK FOREST CAKE
Black forest cake, which originated in the Black Forest region of Germany, is typically made with a light chocolate sponge cake, soaked with cherry syrup and cherry brandy (Kirsch), then layered with whipped cream and cherries. This version swaps the chocolate sponge for a denser, fudgier chocolate cake to delicious effect. But slicing a rich chocolate cake into four thin layers can be a bit tricky. To make the job a little easier, cool them completely before slicing. The cherry jam and syrup can be made in advance.
Provided by Samantha Seneviratne
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 2h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with oil and line the bottom of each with parchment paper.
- To prepare the cake, in a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and boiling water until smooth. Add the buttermilk and 1 cup vegetable oil, and whisk to combine. Add the eggs, brown sugar and vanilla extract, then whisk to combine.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Add the dry ingredients to the wet, then whisk to combine. Divide the batter evenly between the two pans.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer the cakes to a rack to cool for about 20 minutes, then flip the cakes out onto the rack and let them cool completely. Flip the cakes again, so the domed portion is on top, and trim a bit of the dome off each cake to flatten the top. Carefully cut each layer in half horizontally, creating four layers.
- While the cake cools, prepare the cherry jam: In a small saucepan, combine the cherries and sugar over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally and breaking the cherries down with a wooden spoon or potato masher, until the fruit has released its juice, about 6 minutes.
- Pass the cherry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, reserving the syrup in a medium bowl and setting aside the cooked cherries. Measure out 1/2 cup/120 milliliters of the syrup. (If you have more, store the rest in the refrigerator for another use). Transfer 1 tablespoon syrup from the 1/2 cup to small bowl, then stir the Kirsch into remaining syrup; set aside to cool completely.
- Add 1 teaspoon cornstarch to the reserved 1 tablespoon cherry syrup in the small bowl; whisk to combine. Transfer it to the saucepan, add the cooked cherries and cook over medium, stirring, until the mixture has thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool completely. (You should have about 1 1/4 cups/300 milliliters jam.)
- Prepare the whipped cream: In a small saucepan, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, cornstarch and 1 cup heavy cream. Bring that mixture to a low boil over medium heat and cook, stirring, until thickened to the consistency of thin pudding, reducing heat as necessary to avoid scorching, about 2 minutes. Transfer cream mixture to a large bowl to cool completely.
- Assemble the cake: Whisk the cream mixture to loosen it, then add the remaining 3 cups heavy cream. Using an electric mixer on medium, beat the mixture until you have medium-stiff peaks, about 2 minutes. Set one cake layer on a serving plate, cut-side up. Brush it with some of the cherry-Kirsch syrup, spread about 1 cup whipped cream over the top, then 1/3 of the cherry jam. Swirl the jam and the cream together a bit to spread it out evenly. Repeat this process two more times and top it with the last cake layer, cut-side down. Then cover the entire cake with a thin layer of whipped cream. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- To finish, frost the cake with the remaining whipped cream. Prepare the chocolate curls: Warm the chocolate bar in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds, then use a vegetable peeler to create curled chocolate shavings. Press the chocolate shavings onto the sides of the cake and over a 1-inch of the border on top. Top with the 8 cherries. Store leftovers, well wrapped, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
BLACK FOREST COBBLER
Chocolate adds a surprising twist to favorite cherry cobbler.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Mix 1/2 cup sugar and the cornstarch in 2-quart saucepan. Stir in cherries. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in almond extract. Pour into ungreased 2-quart casserole; keep hot in oven.
- Mix flour, cocoa, 1 tablespoon sugar, the baking powder and salt in small bowl. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until mixture looks like fine crumbs. Stir in milk. Drop dough by 6 spoonfuls onto hot fruit mixture.
- Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until topping is set. Serve warm with cream. Substitution
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh blackberries. If you can't find fresh blackberries, you can substitute frozen blackberries that have been thawed and drained.
- To make sure the crisp topping is nice and crispy, be sure to use cold butter when you make the topping. You can also freeze the topping for up to 1 month before baking.
- If you don't have a 9-inch pie plate, you can use an 8-inch pie plate or a 9-inch round baking dish. Just adjust the baking time accordingly.
- Serve the crisp warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
This black forest crisp is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet blackberries, tangy cherries, and crunchy oat topping is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give this black forest crisp a try.
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