This Black Forest Brownie Cake offers a luxurious twist on the classic Black Forest flavors, combining a rich chocolate brownie base with a smooth vanilla cheesecake layer. Topped with a silky chocolate ganache and crowned with cherry pie filling and fresh cherries, this cake is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion.
Why You'll Love This:
- The rich brownie base perfectly complements the creamy vanilla cheesecake.
- The chocolate ganache adds an extra layer of chocolatey indulgence.
- The cherry topping provides a tart contrast to the sweetness of the cake.
- This cake is a showstopper dessert, ideal for celebrations or as a weekend baking project.
Ingredients: For the Brownie:
- 170g butter
- 200g dark chocolate
- 160g plain flour
- 50g cocoa powder
- 3 eggs
- 200g caster sugar
- 60g light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Vanilla Cheesecake:
- 220g cream cheese
- 50g caster sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 100g dark chocolate
- 150ml double cream
- 2 tbsp golden syrup (or preferred syrup)
For the Cherry Topping:
- 1 can cherry pie filling (410g)
- Fresh cherries
Instructions:
- For the cheesecake filling, mix cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until combined. Set aside.
- For the brownies, melt dark chocolate and butter in the microwave, stirring every 20 seconds. Cool slightly.
- Whisk eggs, sugars, and vanilla extract until creamy. Fold in the chocolate-butter mixture.
- Sift flour and cocoa powder, then fold into the egg mixture.
- Pour half the brownie mix into a lined 7" or 8" round loose-bottom cake tin.
- Spread the cheesecake mix over the brownie layer, then top with remaining brownie mix.
- Bake at 180°C for 35-40 minutes.
- For the ganache, chop the dark chocolate and place in a bowl. Heat cream for 1 minute in the microwave and pour over chocolate. Add golden syrup, let sit for 2-5 minutes, then mix until smooth.
- Once the brownie cake has cooled, spread the ganache on top.
- Top with cherry pie filling and fresh cherries.
- Serve at room temperature to maintain the fudgy texture of the brownie.
Pro Tips:
- Ensure the brownie cake is completely cool before adding the ganache and cherry topping.
- Avoid refrigerating the cake to keep the brownie layer fudgy.
Enjoy your homemade Black Forest Brownie Cake, a decadent dessert that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
