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Schwarzwälder Herz

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A delectable Black Forest cake with a twist, featuring layers of rich chocolate and sweet cherries.

Ingredients

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  • 200 grams dark chocolate
  • 200 grams butter
  • 250 grams sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 200 grams flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 300 grams cherries
  • 400 ml whipped cream
  • 50 grams powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cherry liqueur

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
  2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs until creamy.
  4. Mix the melted chocolate into the egg mixture.
  5. Sift together the flour and baking powder, then fold into the chocolate mixture.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Once baked, let the cake cool before layering.
  8. Slice the cooled cake into two layers.
  9. Mix the cherries with cherry liqueur.
  10. Layer the cherries and whipped cream between the cake layers, then frost the top with whipped cream.
  11. Decorate with chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is completely cooled before cutting.
  • Use fresh cherries for best flavor.
  • For a richer flavor, allow the cake to sit overnight before serving.

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Find it online: https://michaelskueche.de/schwarzwalder-herz/