Indulge in Irresistible Black Forest Cake Hearts Recipe
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A delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the tartness of cherries.
- Author: Michael Kuche
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cherry filling
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tbsp chocolate shavings
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a heart-shaped cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter, then add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, adding buttermilk until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Once cooled, slice the cake in half horizontally and spread cherry filling between layers.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For best results, let the cake chill in the refrigerator before serving.
- Serve with additional cherry topping if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg