Eggless Black Forest Cake

Indulge in the decadence of our Eggless Black Forest Cake, a luscious treat that combines moist chocolate cake layers with sweet cherry filling and fluffy whipped cream. Perfectly layered and garnished with chocolate shavings and whole cherries, this cake is not only a visual delight but a heavenly treat for any occasion. No eggs needed, just pure indulgence!

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar

For the Cherry Filling:

• 2 cups cherries (fresh or canned and drained)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

For the Whipped Cream Frosting:

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

To Garnish:

• Chocolate shavings
• Whole cherries

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans, line the bottom with parchment paper.

2. Make the Cake Batter:

• In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
• Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in sugar.
• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  

3. Bake:

• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Prepare the Cherry Filling:

• In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and water.
• Cook over medium heat until the mixture is thickened (about 5-7 minutes). Let it cool completely.

5. Make Whipped Cream Frosting:

• In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

6. Assemble the Cake:

• Slice each cake layer horizontally to create four thin layers.
• Place one layer on your cake stand, spread with a layer of whipped cream, and top with a portion of the cherry filling.
• Repeat with remaining layers, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
• Frost the outside of the cake with the remaining whipped cream.

7. Garnish:

• Sprinkle the top with chocolate shavings and decorate with whole cherries.

8. Chill:

• Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving to set the flavors and make it easier to slice.

Enjoy your homemade Eggless Black Forest Cake, a luscious and eye-catching dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering!