: Classic Black Forest Cake

This Classic Black Forest Cake brings together moist, tender chocolate layers, a sweet-tart cherry filling, and fluffy whipped cream for a timeless dessert that always impresses. Each layer adds its own texture and flavor—the soft sponge absorbs moisture beautifully, the cherry filling brightens every bite, and the lightly sweetened cream keeps the cake airy, fresh, and elegant. Finished with chocolate shavings and cherries, this cake is legendary for good reason.

Ingredients

🍫 For the Chocolate Cake

• 2 cups flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1 cup boiling water

🍒 For the Cherry Filling

• 2 cups cherries or sweet cherries (fresh or canned)
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

🍦 For the Cream

• 2 cups cold cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

🍫 For Garnish

• Grated chocolate
• Fresh cherries
  

  Preparation