Easiest Black Forest Cake
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of the *Easiest Black Forest Cake*—a show-stopping dessert that’s as simple to prepare as it is stunning to serve. Perfect for beginners and busy bakers, this recipe transforms a classic box of chocolate cake mix into a layered masterpiece, complete with luscious whipped cream frosting, sweet-tart canned cherries, and velvety dark chocolate shavings. Moistened with a drizzle of cherry syrup and topped with maraschino cherries for that signature Black Forest look, this cake is ready in just under an hour, making it the ultimate quick-and-easy dessert for any occasion. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this delightful treat is sure to impress at birthdays, holidays, or everyday celebrations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Chocolate cake mix
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Water
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 can (21 oz) Canned cherries (with syrup)
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate (for shavings)
- 8 pieces Maraschino cherries
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
Prepare the chocolate cake batter according to the package instructions by mixing the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water in a large bowl.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes are cooling, make the whipped cream frosting. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Drain the canned cherries, reserving the syrup. Set the cherries aside and brush the syrup onto the top of each cooled cake layer for extra moisture and flavor.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of whipped cream on top. Evenly distribute half of the canned cherries over the whipped cream.
Place the second cake layer on top and spread whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake to frost completely.
Decorate the cake with chocolate shavings, placing them around the sides of the cake and sprinkling some on top.
Finish by placing maraschino cherries evenly spaced around the top of the cake for a classic Black Forest Cake look.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
705 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 449 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 308 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
