Decadent Black Forest Cake – A Classic Chocolate-Cherry Delight

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes until well blended.
Stir in boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.
2. Bake the Cakes:
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Prepare the Whipped Cream:
In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
4. Assemble the Cake:
Slice each cake horizontally in half to create four layers.
Place the first layer on a serving plate and spread ½ cup cherry pie filling evenly over it.
Repeat the process with the remaining cake layers, adding cherry filling between each one.
5. Frost and Garnish:
Frost the top and sides of the cake with the freshly whipped cream.
Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top for a decorative finish.
Add extra cherries if desired for an elegant touch.
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