Black Forest Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Chocolate shavings and maraschino cherries for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

8. Assemble the Cake:

Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of whipped cream on top, followed by a layer of cherry pie filling. Place the second cake layer on top and repeat with whipped cream and cherry pie filling.

9. Garnish and Serve:

Decorate the top of the cake with chocolate shavings and maraschino cherries. Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy your homemade Black Forest Cake!