So Easy Black Forest Cake
Indulge in the decadence of this ‘So Easy Black Forest Cake,’ a showstopping dessert that’s both simple to make and irresistibly rich. Using a devil’s food chocolate cake mix as the base, this recipe saves you time without compromising on flavor. Layers of moist chocolate cake are filled with luscious black cherry pie filling and blanketed in homemade whipped cream, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Finished with a flurry of dark chocolate shavings and crowned with vibrant maraschino cherries, this cake is as stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for any celebration or weekend indulgence, this no-fuss Black Forest Cake recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep, making it perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned sweet tooths.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box devil's food chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1.25 cups water
- 1 can black cherry pie filling
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 bar dark chocolate bar
- 12 pieces maraschino cherries with stems
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the devil's food chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions by combining the mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Beat until smooth.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the whipped cream by beating the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Once the cakes are completely cool, use a serrated knife to level the tops if necessary.
Place the first cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of black cherry pie filling on top, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent spillage.
Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the cherry filling, smoothing it evenly with a spatula.
Place the second cake layer on top, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat the process by spreading the remaining whipped cream on the top and sides of the cake for frosting.
Using a vegetable peeler, shave curls from the dark chocolate bar and sprinkle them generously over the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate the top of the cake with maraschino cherries with stems, evenly spaced around the edges.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 316.1 g | 405% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.2 g | 676% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1038 mg | 346% | |
| Sodium | 3934 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 683.4 g | 249% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 422.0 g | ||
| Protein | 46.8 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 410 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 1384 mg | 29% | |
*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.
