black forest cake
Using a box mix makes this cake super simple
prep time
20 Min
cook time
1 Hr
method
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yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 box duncan hines swiss chocolate cake mix
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 14 ounces can of tart cherries in water
- 1 - bar of dark or semi sweet chocolate for garnish
- - cherry brandy
How To Make black forest cake
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Step 1Prepare and bake cake according to package directions (this will add eggs and vegetable oil to the ingredient list)
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Step 2once cakes have been moved to wire racks from pan to cool and while cakes are still warm brush or spritz with cherry brandy. For a less alcoholic taste you can mix brandy and the cherry water from the canned cherries and brush this on your cake.
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Step 3Whip cream and frost center of cake. Add drained chopped cherries on top of cream. Top with second cake layer. Frost with remaining cream. Garnish top with whole cherries. either reserved from the canned cherries or maraschino cherries if you prefer a brighter look. Shave chocolate bar and coat sides with the chocolate. Also you can sprinkle the chocolate on top
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