Blackforest Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Gradually fold this into the egg mixture.

4. 4

   Melt the butter and gently fold it into the batter until well combined.

5. 5

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. 7

   Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

8. 8

   While the cakes are cooling, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

9. 9

   Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of whipped cream over the top and scatter half of the cherries.

10. 10

    Place the second cake layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining whipped cream.

11. 11

    Decorate the top with the remaining cherries and shave the dark chocolate over the top.

12. 12

    Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.