Black Forest Cake - my combination

Black Forest Cake - My Combination

A dessert that brings joy with every bite, Black Forest Cake is a perfect choice for any special occasion or simply to indulge. This recipe combines moist chocolate fudge with whipped cream and sour cherries, offering a burst of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Let's get to work!

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Cooling time: 5 hours (or overnight)
Number of servings: 12

Ingredients

For the cake top:
- 6 large eggs (separated into whites and yolks)
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 tablespoons cocoa

For the whipped cream:
- 750 ml whipping cream
- 6 tablespoons powdered sugar

For the filling:
- 750 g compote cherries (drained)
- 1 glass of Serry Brandy (or other favorite liqueur)
- Juice from the compote (for the syrup)

For decoration:
- 200 g chocolate (grated or chocolate drops)

Preparation Instructions

1. Prepare the tray and the oven
Start by greasing a 26 cm round baking tray with a little oil and preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. This step is essential to ensure that the top will come away easily after baking.

2. Preparing the cake
In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat until the foam becomes glossy and stiff.

In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks, then carefully fold them into the egg white foam. Finally, add the oil, flour and cocoa, stirring gently with a spatula to keep the air in the mixture.

Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

3. Cool the pastry
Once the cake is baked, let it cool completely in the pan, then cut it into three even sheets. This technique ensures that each layer will be perfectly even.

4. Making the syrup
Put the compote juice in a small saucepan and bring to the boil. Add the glass of Serry Brandy and allow the mixture to cool.

5. Making the whipped cream
In a separate bowl, beat the whipping cream with the powdered sugar until stiff. Don't forget to use very cold whipping cream to get the perfect whipped cream!

6. Assembling the cake
Place the first sheet of cake on a plate and drizzle generously with the compote syrup. Add a third of the whipped cream and sprinkle some of the cherries from the compote. Repeat with the second sheet.

Finally, place the last sheet, fold it in and cover the entire surface of the cake with whipped cream. Use a knife or spatula to remove the excess, making sure the cake looks flawless.

7. Decorating
For a delicious look, decorate the cake with grated chocolate and cherry berries. This detail will not only look spectacular, but will also add extra flavor.

8. Final cooling
Cover the cake with cling film and refrigerate for at least 5 hours, but ideally overnight. This will allow the flavors to blend perfectly.

Practical tips

- For a successful cake, make sure the eggs are at room temperature when you use them as they scramble better.
- Alcohol-free version: If you prefer a non-alcoholic cake, you can replace Serry Brandy with cherry juice or flavored water.
- For extra flavor, add a few drops of vanilla extract to the whipped cream.
- Serving tip: The Black Forest Cake pairs perfectly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or flavored coffee, creating a wonderful contrast between hot and cold.

Nutritional Benefits

This cake, while delicious, is an indulgent choice. Each serving contains about 350-400 calories, depending on serving size and ingredients used. The cherries provide beneficial antioxidants and the whipped cream provides a source of calcium. Eaten in moderation, this cake can be part of a balanced diet.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use fresh cherries instead of compote?
Yes, fresh cherries can be used, but be sure to remove their pits and sweeten them a little as they can be sour.

2. How can I keep the cake longer?
The cake can keep covered in the fridge for 2-3 days, but is best eaten fresh.

3. Can I freeze the cake?
Although it is recommended to avoid freezing the assembled cake, you can freeze the plain sliced top, and then assemble it with whipped cream and cherries after defrosting.

Black Forest cake is a truly sweet masterpiece, ideal to end a festive meal or to bring a smile to the faces of loved ones. Try this simple recipe and indulge in its divine flavors!

 Ingredients: for round tray no. 266 large eggs separated 6 tablespoons of sugar 6 tablespoons of flour 2 tablespoons of oil 2 tablespoons of cocoa for cream 750 ml sour cream for whipped cream 6 tablespoons of powdered sugar 750 g cherries from compote 1 small glass of cherry brandy juice from compote 200 g chocolate for decoration or chocolate drops