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Hard 1 hr 20 min~390 kcal 2/10
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Black Forest Cake
Chocolate sponge layers meet sour cherry juice, cherry jam, and whipped cream in Germany's classic celebration cake.
Hard⏱️ 3 hr 20 min📖 1 min readServes 10~395 kcal🇩🇪 German🌍 Full translation
55 min prep 40 min cook 105 min rest
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Timeline
Total 3 h 20 min- Prep55 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h 45 min
- Cooking40 min
Ingredients
10 servings
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For the cake
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Flour
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Cocoa
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Baking powder
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Baking soda
- 4 adet Eggs
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Granulated sugar
- 120 gr Butter
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Milk
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Vanilla
For the filling
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Sour cherry juice
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Sour cherry jam
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Pitted sour cherries
For the cream
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Cream
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Powdered sugar
For serving
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Grated dark chocolate
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Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 180°C and grease two round pans.
- 2
Sift the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and baking soda together.
- 3
Beat the eggs and sugar for 5 minutes, until pale and fluffy.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla to the egg mixture.
- 5
Fold in the dry mixture and divide the batter between the pans.
- 6
Bake the cakes for 35 to 40 minutes, then cool completely.
40 min40:00 - 7
Whip the cream with powdered sugar until firm.
- 8
Moisten the cake layers with sour cherry juice and spread sour cherry jam, sour cherries, and cream between them.
- 9
Cover the cake with the remaining cream and decorate with grated chocolate.
- 10
Rest the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
1 hr60:00
💡 Tip: Cutting the sponge only after it has cooled completely keeps the layers neat.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve cold with dark chocolate shavings and fresh sour cherries on top.
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- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~395
kcal calories
7
g protein
50
g carbs
19
g fat
Protein 7%Carbs 50%Fat 43%
GI 42 · Low GIGL 21 · High GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Black Forest Cake make?
This recipe serves 10.How long does Black Forest Cake take?
Prep 55 minutes, cooking 40 minutes, including 105 minutes of passive resting; 200 minutes in total.Is Black Forest Cake difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Black Forest Cake have?
Approximately 395 kcal per serving. Protein: 7g, carbs: 50g, fat: 19g.Which allergens does Black Forest Cake contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Black Forest Cake belong to?
This recipe belongs to German cuisine.How many ingredients does Black Forest Cake need?
This recipe needs 15 ingredients.
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