Black Forest Log

Black Forest Log is a classic German dessert that is sure to impress your guests. This delicious dessert is made with layers of chocolate sponge cake, whipped cream, and cherries, all rolled up into a log shape. The Black Forest Log is a perfect dessert for any occasion, and it's easy to make at home.
To make the Black Forest Log, you will need the following ingredients:

For the sponge cake:

- 4 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup 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
To make the sponge cake, preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, stirring until well combined.
Pour the batter into a greased and lined 10x15 inch jelly roll pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
While the cake is cooling, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Once the cake has cooled, spread the cherry pie filling over the top of the cake, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Spread the whipped cream over the cherry filling, again leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Starting at one end, carefully roll the cake up into a log shape, using the parchment paper to help you. Place the log seam-side down on a serving platter. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
The Black Forest Log is a delicious dessert that is sure to impress your guests. The chocolate sponge cake is rich and moist, while the whipped cream and cherry filling add a sweet and tangy flavor. The log shape makes for a beautiful presentation, and it's easy to slice and serve.
Type: Dessert
Ingredients: Eggs, sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, heavy cream, sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cherry pie filling.
Cooking Tips: Be sure to grease and line your jelly roll pan before baking the sponge cake. Use the parchment paper to help you roll the cake into a log shape. Refrigerate the log for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the filling to set.