DARK FOREST CAKE
Myra's friend Connie asked me years ago if I could bake a Black Forest cake, saying it was her favorite. Of course I said yes lol. For her 60th birthday this year we decided to do something special. I got the idea for the sprinkles from a cake someone baked and the ganache from another and thought why not! While not exactly a...
Provided by Dave T.
Categories Cakes
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 In a mixing bowl combine cake mix, pudding packs, eggs, cocoa, mix on low till incorporated, add water
- 2. Prepare 2, 8 inch non stick cake pans with cooking spray and dust with cocoa (not flower).
- 3. Evenly divide cake mix between the pans (about 2 1/2 cups each) smooth and tap lightly to remove trapped bubbles.
- 4. Bake for 20min at 350, turn off heat and continue to bake for 5 min more. Check with tooth pick for doneness and allow to cool completely on elevated rack before removing from pan
- 5. Invert one pan on cake plate top side down. Add layer of frosting and layer of cherry pie filling. Remove 2nd cake and level if needed, add to top of first layer
- 6. Using remaining frosting to coat the sides of cake only, do not frost the top.
- 7. Add sprinkles to side of cake, covering well. Set in fridge to allow frosting to set up before the next step.
- 8. Warm heavy cream in sauce pan over low heat, add semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until melted and combined.
- 9. Slowly pour over the top and allow tondrizzle down sides a little, but not cover sides of cake
- 10. Set back in fridge and allow ganache to set up a little
- 11. Just prior to serving add several dollops of Reddi whip around the top of cake and add a maraschino cherry to each. Spray reddi whip around base of cake (hint use lots of reddi whip)
- 12. Enjoy!!
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Chuahdary Asim
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out terribly. I won't be making this again.
Shahid baloch
[email protected]This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and the frosting was too sweet.
Khawar Sahi
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate cake.
German Quintana
[email protected]This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's sure to impress your guests.
usama kayani
[email protected]I've never been a fan of dark chocolate, but this cake changed my mind. It's so rich and decadent.
Tommilynn Walker
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one is an exception. It's not too sweet and the frosting is amazing.
The KA Crew
[email protected]This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful.
Pauline Scott
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly.
Noor Mubashir
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant enough for a wedding, but it's also great for a casual get-together.
Brandon Patterson
[email protected]The only thing I would change is to add a little more chocolate to the frosting. But that's just personal preference.
Zaid Lll
[email protected]I brought this cake to a party and it was gone in minutes. Everyone raved about it.
Amy Meronk
[email protected]This cake is so beautiful, it's almost too pretty to eat. But once you take a bite, you'll be glad you did.
Atta ur Rehman
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but I was able to make this cake with no problems. It's really beginner-friendly.
Abubakar Kamanza
[email protected]I've made this cake twice now, and it's always a hit. Everyone loves it!
Somto Onyejekwe
[email protected]Definitely a keeper! This recipe is going into my regular rotation.
Ralph Curry, Jr.
[email protected]The cake was moist and rich, and the frosting was the perfect complement.
Ameerhamza Kashif
[email protected]I substituted almond flour for the all-purpose flour and it turned out great! My gluten-free friends were thrilled.
Dulal Mridha
[email protected]I was amazed at how easy it was to make. It looked so impressive, but it was actually quite simple.
Mrs FAISAL Faisal shah
[email protected]This Dark Forest Cake is a true masterpiece! It was the perfect ending to our special dinner.