Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Black Forest Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together 1 ½ cups flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, ½ cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup buttermilk. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gradually add ½ cup hot water to the batter, mixing until smooth. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and helps keep the cake moist.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely before assembling the Black Forest Cake.
2️⃣ Prepare the Frosting and Cherry Filling
- For the frosting, beat 2 cups heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. If desired, add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder to the whipped cream for a hint of chocolate flavor.
- For the cherry filling, drain the maraschino cherries or fresh cherries, reserving some of the syrup or juice. Set aside.
3️⃣ Assemble the Black Forest Cake
- Once the cakes have cooled, slice each cake in half horizontally to create four layers in total.
- Place one layer of cake on a serving plate. Spread a layer of whipped cream frosting over the top, followed by a layer of cherry filling. Repeat this with the remaining layers of cake, frosting, and cherries.
- Top the assembled cake with whipped cream and decorate with more cherries on top and around the sides. Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.
4️⃣ Prepare the Frappe
- In a blender, combine 1 cup ice cubes, 1 cup cold brewed coffee or espresso, ½ cup milk, and 1–2 tablespoons sugar. Blend until smooth and frothy.
- Pour the frappe into a glass and top with whipped cream if desired. Garnish with chocolate shavings for an extra touch of indulgence.
✨ Serve and Enjoy
- Serve a generous slice of Black Forest Cake alongside a refreshing, ice-cold frappe. The rich chocolate and tangy cherries of the cake, paired with the cool, creamy coffee frappe, create the perfect combination for pure enjoyment.
- Whether you’re enjoying this duo for a special occasion or a sweet treat on a lazy afternoon, it’s sure to be the highlight of your day!
Indulge in this ultimate sweet escape and enjoy the delightful flavors of Black Forest Cake and a frosty frappe together. It’s the perfect way to treat yourself to something special!
