Black Forest Cake with Fresh Cherries

Black Forest Cake with Fresh Cherries 🍒🍫 is the perfect indulgence for any chocolate lover! The combination of rich chocolate cake, fluffy whipped cream, and sweet, tart cherries is truly a decadent treat. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for you:

Black Forest Cake with Fresh Cherries 🍒🍫

Ingredients:

For the chocolate cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the cherry filling:

• 3 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

For the whipped cream:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For decorating:

• Fresh cherries (for garnish)
• Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)

Directions:

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