Indulge in the timeless classic, Black Forest Cake, a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport you to a realm of pure delight. Originating from the heart of Germany's Black Forest region, this iconic cake has captivated taste buds worldwide with its rich chocolate layers, luscious cherry filling, and ethereal whipped cream frosting. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this legendary dessert, presenting three extraordinary recipes that pay homage to the original while infusing unique twists and variations. From a traditional rendition that stays true to its roots to a gluten-free adaptation that caters to dietary preferences, and a showstopping version adorned with a chocolate ganache mirror glaze, these recipes offer a range of options to suit every baker's skill level and desire.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
"PRETTY MUCH A PIECE OF HEAVEN" BLACK FOREST CAKE
I lived in Germany when I was little and I continue to love German desserts. Black Forest Cake is one of my faves, only I Americanized it and made it more amazing! I took my mom's great chocolate cake and added to it to create this masterpiece which recently took first place in the cake division of our city bake-off. My husband took the leftovers to a Chemistry Society meeting and they said that it was amazing and he didn't bring any back home with him. I hope you enjoy it just as much as those judges and those crazy chemists.
Provided by Amanda Marie Pack
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Time 2h1m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- Combine chocolate cake mix and instant pudding mix in a large bowl. Add eggs, water, and vegetable oil; mix well to combine. Mix in 1/2 cup maraschino cherry juice until smooth. Stir in cherry pieces and chocolate chips. Divide cake batter between prepared pans, filling each halfway.
- Bake cakes in the preheated oven until toothpicks inserted in the centers come out clean, 26 to 32 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool, 10 minutes. Remove from pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely, about 1 hour.
- Beat heavy cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer on low speed until foamy, about 1 minute. Add sugar and cream of tartar. Increase speed to high and beat until stiff peaks form, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Spread 1/4 of the whipped cream evenly over the bottom cake layer. Cover whipped cream with a thin layer of pie filling. Place second layer of cake on top. Spread another 1/4 of the whipped cream over the second layer; cover with pie filling. Place third layer of cake on top. Spread remaining whipped cream on top; cover with remaining pie filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.7 g, Cholesterol 89.2 mg, Fat 27.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 466.8 mg, Sugar 37.5 g
ULTIMATE BLACK FOREST CAKE
Very delicious and easy to make. Garnish with chocolate curls made by using a cheese grater on semisweet chocolate.
Provided by 12YEAROLDCHEF
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Time 2h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two 8-inch round pans with parchment paper.
- Sift 1 1/2 cups of the white sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Beat shortening and remaining 1/2 cup white sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat 1 egg at a time into the shortening mixture; add vanilla extract with last egg. Add portions of flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating after each addition to form a smooth batter. Pour batter into prepared baking pans.
- Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Remove parchment from cake bottoms. Cut each layer in half horizontally, making 4 layers total. Pour 2 tablespoons cherry liqueur over each cake half.
- Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Beat in 2 tablespoons cherry liqueur and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat in confectioners' sugar and salt until cream filling is smooth and stiff.
- Spread 1 cake layer with 1/4 of the cream filling; top with 1/3 cherries. Repeat with 2 additional layers. Place 4th layer on top; frost top and sides of cake with remaining cream filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 693.7 calories, Carbohydrate 105 g, Cholesterol 89.1 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 630.6 mg, Sugar 77.7 g
QUICK BLACK FOREST CAKE
This version of Black Forest cake gets you an easy, delicious, and moist cake by using cherry pie filling and devil's food cake mix.
Provided by Donna
Categories Desserts Cakes Cake Mix Cake Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix together: cake mix, beaten eggs, almond extract, cherry pie filling and 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips. Stir until just combined. Pour batter into a greased 9x13 inch pan.
- Bake in a 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove cake from oven and let cool.
- To Make Glaze: Heat 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, butter or margarine, and milk in a saucepan over medium high heat. Once semisweet chocolate chips are melted and mixture is combined stir in confectioners' sugar.
- Spread glaze over cooled cake. Serve cake as is or with whipped cream and a cherry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 235.7 mg, Sugar 23.5 g
BLACK FOREST CAKE I
This recipe delivers a classic version of the original Black Forest cake with whipped cream frosting and sour cherries.
Provided by Linda Greer
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch, round, cake pans; cover bottoms with waxed paper.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, 2 cups sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, oil, and 1 tablespoon vanilla; beat until well blended. Pour batter into prepared pans.
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until wooden toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool layers in pans on wire racks 10 minutes. Loosen edges, and remove to racks to cool completely.
- Drain cherries, reserving 1/2 cup juice. Combine reserved juice, cherries, 1 cup sugar and cornstarch in a 2 quart saucepan. Cook over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Cool before using.
- Combine whipping cream and confectioner's sugar in a chilled medium bowl. Beat with an electric mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form.
- With long serrated knife, split each cake layer horizontally in half. Tear one split layer into crumbs; set aside. Reserve 1 1/2 cups Frosting for decorating cake; set aside. Gently brush loose crumbs off top and side of each cake layer with pasty brush or hands. To assemble, place one cake layer on cake plate. Spread with 1 cup frosting; top with 3/4 cup cherry topping. Top with second cake layer; repeat layers of frosting and cherry topping. Top with third cake layer. Frost side of cake. Pat reserved crumbs onto frosting on side of cake. Spoon reserved frosting into pastry bag fitted with star decorator tip. Pipe around top and bottom edges of cake. Spoon remaining cherry topping onto top of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 661.9 calories, Carbohydrate 86.9 g, Cholesterol 129.6 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 341.9 mg, Sugar 61.8 g
BLACK FOREST CHOCOLATE CAKE
The recipe for this well loved cake has been altered to reduce the fat content. It uses fat free sweetened condensed milk and an oil substitute. It is not frosted, unlike the traditional cake, but does have a cherry topping.
Provided by Stacy
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat one 12-cup, fluted tube pan with cooking spray.
- Combine flour, cocoa, soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine condensed milk, oil substitute, brown sugar, eggs, and egg white; mix well. Stir flour mixture into milk mixture just until moistened. Gradually add water. Stir in chips. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cool cake in pan for 10 minutes. Remove from pan, and top with cherry filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.8 g, Cholesterol 30.2 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 388.4 mg, Sugar 38.1 g
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any surprises.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will have a big impact on the final flavor of your cake. Whenever possible, use fresh fruits, butter, and eggs.
- Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the Cake Properly: Make sure your oven is preheated before you put the cake in. Bake the cake for the amount of time specified in the recipe. Overbaking can make the cake dry.
- Let the Cake Cool Completely: Before you frost the cake, let it cool completely. This will help the frosting set properly.
- Use a Variety of Frosting Techniques: There are many different ways to frost a cake. Get creative and try different techniques to create a unique and beautiful cake.
Conclusion:
The Black Forest cake is a classic dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family. With its rich chocolate flavor, sweet cherries, and creamy frosting, it's a cake that is perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this Black Forest cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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