Classic Black Forest Cake Recipe

Classic Black Forest Cake Recipe

bakingheritage.com

Enjoy a slice of Germany's iconic Black Forest Cake by baking it yourself with our authentic and easy-to-follow recipe.

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Cooking tools:

  • Sifter
  • Pastry brush
  • Cake pan
  • Cooling rack
  • Skewer
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Parchment paper
  • Serving platter
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

  • CHOCOLATE SPONGE CAKE
  • 200g plain flour
  • 50g cocoa powder
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 200g granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 120ml vegetable oil
  • 100ml whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • CHERRY FILLING
  • 400g canned sour cherries in syrup (drained, reserve syrup)
  • 2 tablespoons cornflour
  • 50g granulated sugar
  • 60ml kirsch (cherry brandy)
  • WHIPPED CREAM
  • 500ml double cream (chilled)
  • 3 tablespoons icing sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kirsch (optional)
  • 100g dark chocolate (shaved or grated)
  • Fresh cherries (for garnish, optional)

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