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Black Forest Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from the Black Forest region of Germany, Black Forest Cake is a celebration of rich chocolate, tart cherries, and whipped cream. Traditionally associated with festive occasions, this cake embodies the region's love for cherries and Kirsch, a cherry schnapps. Today, it enjoys global popularity, with many variations adapting to local tastes.

GermanDEdessert
120 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 Eggs
1 Cup | 200g Sugar
3/4 Cup | 105g Plain Flour
1/2 Cup | 62g Cocoa Powder
1 Tsp Bicorbonate Powder
Pinch of Salt
1 Tbsp Vanilla Essence
2 Tbsp Melted Butter

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Kirsch

🥗Healthier: cherry juice

💰Cheaper: vodka + cherry extract

Cherry juice adds flavor without alcohol

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour two round cake pans.

3

In a bowl, mix the plain flour, cocoa powder, bicarbonate powder, and sugar.

4

In another bowl, beat the eggs and melted butter until combined.

5

Add the vanilla essence to the egg mixture and mix well.

6

Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until smooth.

7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

9

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Cooking Techniques

bakingwhippinglayering

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlswhiskmeasuring cupsspatulacake panswire rack

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

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Also Known As

Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte
Local Name: Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte

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