Black Forest Cake chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream. So luscious Make this gorgeous Black Forest Cake for your next occasion Moist chocolate cake, layered with fresh cherries and whipped cream. Positively luscious This cake. Omg. I really think this Black Forest Cake might be my crowning cherry chocolate achievement. I have quite a few cherry chocolate recipes on this site see Chocolate Cherry Chip Ice Cream, Chocolate Cherry Galette, and Cherry Almond Mocha Smoothie, to name just a few and I have waxed poetic about my love for this flavor combination every time. Its truly a favorite for me. But I really think this layer cake takes it to a whole new level Isnt it pretty I just love the bold visual you get when a semi naked cake features an enticing drizzle of dark chocolate glaze, dripping temptingly down the sides of the cake. And the garnish of fresh cherries, chocolate shavings, and powdered sugar couldnt be simpler or more gorgeous. WATCH THIS QUICK VIDEO TO SEE HOW ITS DONE But honestly, this cake is more than just a pretty face. The cake layers are moist and deeply chocolate y. So much rich flavor Its my top favorite chocolate cake recipe of all time. The result is always spectacular, and it all comes together in just one bowl But its the filling and toppings that really make this Black Forest Cake all that it is. Juicy, sweet summer cherries, glazed with a little jam, and topped with a fluffy whipped cream frosting. It just cant be beat Especially if youre as much of a chocolate cherry lover as mePrint Recipe. SAVEMake this gorgeous Black Forest Cake for your next occasion Moist chocolate cake, layered with fresh cherries and whipped cream. Positively lusciousThis traditional Black Forest Cake recipe is one of the easier ones to make. Make it for your birthday child. Make it for your Kaffeeklatsch. Make it just for hubby. Nothing beats the flavors of rich chocolate, refreshing peppermint, and luscious vanilla ice cream on a hot day. This pretty ice box cake comes together easily. Yield 1. 0 servings. Total Time 1 hour 1. Prep Time 4. 0 minutes. Cook Time 3. 5 minutes. Ingredients For the cake layers 1 12 cups granulated sugar. Greek yogurt sour cream can be substituted2 teaspoons vanilla extract. For the filling 3 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved. For the garnishes 14 cup heavy cream. Directions To make the cake layers Preheat the oven to 3. F, generously mist three 8 inch diameter by 2 inch high cake pans with non stick spray, and line with circles cut from parchment paper. Place the sugar, flours, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl, and whisk to combine. Cut the butter into smaller pieces and add it to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until the mixture resembles damp sand 3. Lentil Soup. Add the eggs, one at a time, scraping the bottom and sides of the bowl with a silicone spatula after each addition. When all of the eggs are fully incorporated, add the Greek yogurt, vanilla, and almond extract, and beat on medium speed for about 6. Divide the batter evenly between the three prepared pans, and bake for 3. A Black Forest Cake is a delicious combination of chocolate cake, Kirsch soaked Morello cherries, and loads of whipped cream. With Demo Video. Cool completely, then fill and frost. To make the filling Place the cherries, jam, and 12 teaspoon of the almond extract in a medium bowl and toss to coat. Set aside. Place the cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl and beat on medium low speed until smooth. Turn the mixer down to medium low speed and pour the heavy cream down the side of the bowl in a very slow and steady stream. When all the cream has been added, turn the mixer up to medium high and whip until the frosting holds stiff peaks. Fold in the vanilla extract and remaining 12 teaspoon of almond extract. To assemble and garnish Place one layer of chocolate cake on a serving platter. Spread half the cherries on the cake, and top with about 13 of the whipped cream frosting. Top with the second cake layer, and repeat, topping with the third layer. Frost the cake with the whipped cream frosting. Heat the cream in a small pot until barely simmering. Place the chocolate in a small bowl, and pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate, allowing it to stand for 5 minutes. Whisk the chocolate and cream together until fully incorporated. Whisk in the corn syrup and vanilla, and carefully pour the glaze in a slow stream around the perimeter of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Garnish with fresh cherries, chocolate curls, and powdered sugar. More great cake recipes on my Cake Recipes Pinterest board This post contains affiliate sales links.