Indulge in the luxurious taste of this Chocolate Cherry Layer Cake, a masterpiece that combines rich chocolate, tangy cherries, and smooth cream layers. Perfectly balanced and exquisitely delicious, this cake is a true celebration of flavors that will delight your senses. With its multi-layered structure and glossy cherry topping, it's not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes.
Why You'll Love This:
This cake offers a complex blend of textures and tastes that make each bite thrilling. The moist chocolate cake base soaked in milk provides a deep, rich flavor foundation, while the two different cream layers add a contrast in both color and taste—chocolate cream for intensity and vanilla cream for a light, sweet touch. The cherry glaze on top gives a glossy finish and a burst of fruity flavor that cuts through the richness, making the cake refreshing as well as indulgent.
Perfect Occasion:
This Chocolate Cherry Layer Cake is ideal for special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, or any celebration that calls for something extraordinary. It's also perfect for holiday gatherings or as a show-stopping dessert at a dinner party.
Decoration Tips:
For an elegant presentation, consider decorating the top with fresh cherries, chocolate shavings, or edible gold leaf. A border of whipped cream piped around the edges can also enhance its sophistication. Sprinkle a light dusting of cocoa powder or powdered sugar for a classic touch.
Ingredients:
- Chocolate Cake Base:
- 2 eggs
- 150g sugar
- 100ml milk
- 100ml oil
- 200g flour
- 30g cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 100ml milk (for soaking)
- Chocolate Cream Layer:
- 175g cream cheese
- 250g quark
- 200ml cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 packets of cream stiffener
- 200g dark chocolate, melted
- White Cream Layer:
- 175g cream cheese
- 250g quark
- 200ml cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 2 packets Agar Agar
- 400ml water
- Cherry Glaze:
- 400ml cherry juice
- 2 packets white glaze
Instructions:
- Cake Base:
- Beat eggs and sugar until creamy. Mix in oil and milk. Sift in flour, cocoa, and baking powder; mix briefly. Pour into a 28cm springform pan. Bake at 175°C (347°F) for 15-20 minutes. Let cool and soak with additional milk.
- Chocolate Cream Layer:
- Mix cream cheese, quark, cream, sugar, and cream stiffener. Blend in melted chocolate. Spread over cooled cake base. Chill.
- White Cream Layer:
- Combine cream cheese, quark, cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla sugar. Prepare Agar Agar according to packet instructions for cold dishes, mix into the cream. Spread over chocolate layer. Chill.
- Cherry Glaze:
- Prepare cherry glaze according to packet instructions. Let cool slightly, then carefully pour over the cake. Let set.
- Decoration and Serving:
- Decorate as desired and chill the cake for several hours before serving.
Enjoy this stunning Chocolate Cherry Layer Cake, a decadent dessert that promises an unforgettable culinary experience with every slice!