Black Forest Gateau

Black Forest Gateau is a classic German dessert that is loved by many. This delicious cake is made with layers of chocolate sponge cake, whipped cream, and cherries. If you're looking for a dessert that is sure to impress, then this is the recipe for you!
Ingredients:

For the cake:

- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt

For the filling:

- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 can cherry pie filling

For the topping:

- 1/2 cup chocolate shavings
- Fresh cherries

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
6. Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling the gateau.
7. To make the filling, whip the heavy cream, sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
8. To assemble the gateau, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of whipped cream over the top, followed by a layer of cherry pie filling. Repeat with the second cake layer.
9. Top the gateau with chocolate shavings and fresh cherries.
This Black Forest Gateau is a showstopper dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The rich chocolate cake, creamy whipped cream, and sweet cherries all come together to create a delicious and indulgent treat. Serve this dessert at your next dinner party and watch as your guests rave about it for days to come.
Type: Dessert Cake
Ingredients: Eggs, Sugar, Flour, Cocoa Powder, Baking Powder, Salt, Heavy Cream, Powdered Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Cherry Pie Filling, Chocolate Shavings, Fresh Cherries.