

Unlike most layer cakes that use a buttercream or cream cheese frosting, this cake is topped with a light and airy whipped cream.The brand I use is Schladerer schwarzwalder. Kirsch is a cherry liqueur that’s made of cherry juice, cane sugar, and brandy.I strongly suggest using fresh cherries for the decorating! If you can’t find them, simply leave them off. Using frozen will also save you time since they’re almost always already pitted. Fresh OR frozen cherries will work for the filling.But sour cherries will work if you’re able to find them! I don’t suggest using maraschino cherries. I used regular red cherries because they’re widely available.This will ensure your cakes pop out the pan with ease! Spray your cake pans generously with nonstick spray, then line the bottoms with rounds of parchment paper.Be sure your baking powder and baking soda are both fresh, otherwise your cakes could come out flat or with an “off” taste.Then use a spoon to lightly scoop them into the measuring cup, and level off with the flat edge of a knife. If you don’t weigh them, be sure to fluff them up in their bag or container before measuring.Adding too much of either of these ingredients will cause your cake to be dry! I highly suggest using a digital scale to weight your ingredients! Especially the dry ingredients like flour and cocoa powder.I mean, how beautiful is this black forest cake?! And it tastes EVEN better than it looks! So there was definitely a silver lining!!! You’ll never catch me forcing down something that’s meant to be a special treat! It’s just not worth it.īut the lackluster experience reminded me of why I started baking in the first place! And inspired me to create my very own version of the classic chocolate cake. I literally took one bite, dumped it in the bin, and booked it out of there. It was dry, rubbery, and had zero cherry flavor. Beautiful, delicious, and surprisingly easy, this cake is sure to be the star of your dessert table!Ī few months ago I ordered a slice of Black Forest cake from the bakery and it was… AWFUL! Featuring moist chocolate cake layers, a fresh cherry filling, and a light whipped cream frosting, my mile-high Black Forest cake is a total showstopper! Make it even more stunning by garnishing with mini chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, and fresh cherries on top.
