How to Make Black Forest Cake

Here is an easy way to make a delicious black forest cake.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 2 (20 oz) cans tart pitted cherries undrained
• 1 c. granulated sugar
• 1/4 c. cornstarch
• 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 (9in) chocolate cake layers baked and cooled
• 3 c. cold whipped cream
• 1/3 c. confectioner's sugar

1. Split cake layers in half horizontally.

2. Crumble one half and set aside.

3. Beat whipped cream and confectioner's sugar with mixer until peaks form. Reserve 1 1/2 c. for decorative piping.

4. Set down one layer and top with 1 c. whipped cream and 3/4 c. cherry.

5. Set down second layer on top of the first and cover with 1 c. whipped cream and 3/4 c. cherry

6. Set the third layer on top of the second and frost sides with remaining cream and pat with cake crumbs.

7. Use the remaining cherry topping and cream for top of the cake.