Whole Black Forest Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Layers
Cherry Filling
Whipped Cream Frosting
Decoration
Method
Cake Layers
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- 5
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Cherry Filling
- 7
Prepare the Cherry Filling
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the cherries are tender.
- 8
Add Vanilla Flavor
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow to cool before using.
Whipped Cream Frosting
- 9
Whip the Cream
In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until it begins to thicken.
- 10
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, whipping until soft peaks form.
Assembly and Decoration
- 11
Assemble the Cake
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the cherry filling over the top, then add a layer of whipped cream frosting.
- 12
Add Second Layer
Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process with the remaining cherry filling and whipped cream frosting.
- 13
Decorate the Cake
Spread the remaining whipped cream frosting on the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with chocolate shavings and whole cherries.
- 14
Chill Before Serving
Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.