Small Black Forest Cake Recipe
Small Black Forest Cake Recipe combines moist chocolate cake layers, sweet tart cherry filling, and creamy whipped topping, creating a rich, layered dessert loved by many. I made this recipe after seeing a charming preparation segment that sparked interest and encouraged me to try my own version.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Rubber spatula
- 6-inch round cake pan
- Saucepan
- Oven
- Cooling rack
- Serrated knife (for leveling)
Ingredients
For The Chocolate Cake:
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons neutral flavored oil
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or vanilla sugar
- ½ cup hot coffee or hot water
For The Whipped Cream Frosting:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For The Cherry Filling:
- 4 cups pitted tart red cherries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
Instructions
Step 1: Make The Cake Batter:
- Stir the flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in one bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, oil, melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Add the dry mixture to the wet and blend until combined. Pour in the hot coffee (or hot water) and mix until the batter is smooth.
Step 2: Bake The Cake:
- Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 6-inch cake pan. Pour in the batter and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
Step 3: Make The Cherry Filling:
- Put the cherries, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens, becomes glossy, and starts bubbling. Take it off the heat and let it cool.
Step 4: Prepare The Whipped Cream:
- Whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla until it forms firm peaks. Keep it chilled until ready to use.
Step 5: Level And Cut The Cake:
- Once the cake is fully cooled, trim the top to make it even. Slice it horizontally into two layers, depending on how tall it baked.
Step 6: Build The Cake:
- Set the first layer on your serving plate. Spread on a layer of whipped cream, then add a layer of the cherry filling. Repeat with the remaining layer. Coat the outside with more whipped cream and smooth it out or decorate as you like.
Step 7: Add Finishing Touches And Serve:
- Top with extra cherries, chocolate curls, or a dusting of cocoa. Chill the cake for at least an hour before cutting. Slice and enjoy your small Black Forest cake.