Blueberry Forest Cake
8 servings
95 minutes
The 'Blueberry Forest' cake is a luxurious treat inspired by the classic 'Black Forest' cake. Rich chocolate sponge soaked in creamy tenderness and the sweet-tart flavor of cherries creates a delightful combination of textures and aromas. Legend has it that such cakes first appeared in Germany, but the American version gained its uniqueness by using rich cocoa powder and airy cream. This dessert is perfect for festive evenings and romantic encounters. Each spoon melts in your mouth, leaving a pleasant aftertaste of chocolate with a hint of cherry tartness, while the decoration of grated chocolate and whole berries makes it a true work of art. Its unforgettable taste and exquisite presentation make this cake a favorite among sweet lovers.
1
Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Sugar: 2 glasss
- Wheat flour: 1.8 glass
- Baking powder (raising agent): 1.5 teaspoon
- Cocoa powder: 0.8 glass
- Baking soda: 1.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
2
Beat the eggs with milk, butter, and vanilla (2 tsp) into the dry mixture.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Milk: 1 glass
- Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass
- Vanilla extract: 4 teaspoons
3
Whip for about 2 minutes at medium speed.
4
Mix boiling water and stir until a homogeneous mass.
- Boiling water: 1 glass
5
Grease 2 forms (23 cm each) with butter and divide the dough evenly between them. Bake at 175 degrees for 30–35 minutes.
- Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass
6
Completely cool the cakes.
7
Cream. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and the remaining vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Double cream 40% fat: 1.5 glass
- Icing sugar: 0.5 glass
- Vanilla extract: 4 teaspoons
8
Spread a layer of cream and cherries between the layers. Apply the remaining cream on the outside over the entire surface.
- Canned cherries: 570 g
9
Decorate the cake with cherries and grated chocolate.
- Canned cherries: 570 g
- Grated chocolate: 150 g