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Black Forest cake served
Classic and tasty homemade Black Forest cake

Black Forest Cake

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
The Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte is a German cultural treasure. It relies on contrasts: bitter cocoa sponge, tart cherries, soft cream, and the kick of Kirschwasser (cherry brandy). This home version is simpler but true to the spirit.
🕒 Prep Time 40 mins
🍳 Cook Time 35 mins
⌛ Total Time 3 hrs 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 10 servings
🔥 Calories 540 kcal
🌍 Cuisine German

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • 9-inch Cake Pan - Ideal size.
  • Long Knife - For slicing layers.
  • Piping Bag - For decor.
  • Spatula - For frosting.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line pan. Mix flour, cocoa, powder, salt.

Tip: Sift cocoa to remove bitter lumps.
2 ✓

Beat eggs with sugar until fluffy, mix in melted butter and milk.

Tip: Simple sponge where fat adds moisture.
3 ✓

Fold dry into wet. Bake 30-35 mins. Cool completely, slice into 3 layers.

Tip: Trim domed top if needed.
4 ✓

Whip cream until stiff.

Tip: Cream must be cold.
5 ✓

Soak first layer with Kirsch/juice, spread cream, scatter cherries. Repeat.

Tip: Soaking keeps it moist.
6 ✓

Frost top and sides. Decorate with shavings and cherries.

Tip: Shavings represent the Black Forest trees.
7 ✓

Chill 2-3 hours.

Tip: Flavor develops during chilling.

Recipe FAQ

Can I skip alcohol?
Yes, use cherry juice with a drop of almond extract instead.
Why does it fall apart?
Didn't chill enough. Cream and sponge need to set together in the fridge.
What cream?
Real heavy whipping cream (30%+). Plant toppings don't fit this classic.

Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter
  • 1 3/4 cups Heavy Cream (cold)
  • 2 oz Dark Chocolate Shavings
  • 2 cups Sour Cherries (pitted, drained)
  • 1/4 cup Kirsch (Cherry Brandy) or Juice
  • 1 pinch Salt