Indulge your senses with a decadent dessert that marries the rich flavors of chocolate with the tangy creaminess of cream cheese. This Black Forest Cream Cheese Cake is a delightful treat that will impress your family and guests alike. The combination of moist chocolate cake layers, luscious cream cheese filling, and tart cherries makes this dessert a showstopper for any occasion.
Recipe: Black Forest Cream Cheese Cake
Ingredients:
For the chocolate cake layers:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
– 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 2 tsp baking powder
– 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
– 1 tsp salt
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup whole milk
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 cup hot water
For the cream cheese filling:
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 cup heavy cream
For the cherry topping:
– 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until well combined.
4. Gradually stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Meanwhile, prepare the cream cheese filling. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
8. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and well blended.
9. To assemble the cake, place one chocolate cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese filling over the cake.
10. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining cream cheese filling over the top and sides of the cake.
11. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the top of the cake, spreading it evenly.
12. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
This showstopping Black Forest Cream Cheese Cake is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. The rich chocolate cake layers paired with the creamy, tangy filling and sweet cherry topping create a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Enjoy making this delightful dessert and witness the joy it brings to those who indulge in its deliciousness.
