How to make Black Forest cake at Home?


Sure, here is a recipe for a homemade Black Forest cake:

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup brewed coffee, cooled
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the cherry filling:

  • 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

For the frosting:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, coffee, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until combined. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
  5. Bake the cakes for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
  6. Meanwhile, make the cherry filling by combining the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  7. To make the frosting, beat the heavy cream, confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  8. To assemble the cake, place one of the cooled cakes on a serving platter. Spread half of the cherry filling over the top of the cake. Place the other cake on top and spread the remaining cherry filling over it. Cover the top and sides of the cake with the chocolate frosting.
  9. Serve the cake immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!

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