Delicious and Easy-to-Make Dressed Up Black Forest Cake Recipe

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Delicious and Easy-to-Make Dressed Up Black Forest Cake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on July 01, 2024

This easy-to-make black forest cake is a dressed-up version of the classic dessert, perfect for impressing your guests at any special occasion. With layers of rich chocolate cake, whipped cream, cherries, and chocolate shavings, this recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone.

Ingredients

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 can cherry pie filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate shavings

Directions

  1. Bake the chocolate cake according to package instructions and let it cool completely.
  2. Once the cake is cooled, use a serrated knife to level the top and cut it into two even layers.
  3. Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  4. Place one layer of the cake on a serving plate and spread half of the cherry pie filling on top.
  5. Spread a layer of whipped cream on top of the cherry filling.
  6. Place the second layer of cake on top and repeat the layers of cherry filling and whipped cream.
  7. Cover the entire cake with the remaining whipped cream and decorate with chocolate shavings.
  8. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  9. Slice and enjoy your dressed-up black forest cake!

Interesting Facts

  • Black forest cake originated in Germany and is traditionally made with layers of chocolate sponge cake, cherries, and whipped cream.
  • The addition of chocolate shavings on top of the cake adds an extra layer of richness and flavor.