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Black Forest Tiramisu Recipe

Black Forest Tiramisu Recipe
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Black Forest Tiramisu combines the rich flavors of chocolate cake soaked in tart cherry juice, layered with simmered dark sweet cherries, and a luscious mascarpone cream. This decadent dessert marries the classic Italian tiramisu with the iconic fruitiness of Black Forest cherry cake, delivering a harmonious blend of creamy textures and bold, fruity undertones.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Cake

  • 2 large eggs
  • 175 grams granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 100 grams full fat Greek yogurt
  • 90 grams neutral oil
  • 50 grams milk
  • 150 grams all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 35 grams cocoa powder
  • 20 grams cocoa powder (for dusting)

Cherry Filling

  • 1 kilogram dark sweet cherries, pitted (approximately 1150 grams with pits)
  • 75 grams granulated sugar
  • 75 grams kirsch
  • 200 grams tart cherry juice

Mascarpone Cream Filling

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 80 grams granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 450 grams mascarpone cheese
  • 450 grams heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rack in the center.
  2. Make Chocolate Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, combine eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, yogurt, milk, and oil. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Pour in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and sift in cocoa powder. Beat again with the mixer until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. Prepare Baking Sheet: Grease a baking sheet with a spray containing flour or use parchment paper for extra security.
  5. Bake Cake: Spread the cake batter evenly on the baking sheet using a spatula. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool Cake: Remove the cake from oven and cool on a rack for 5-10 minutes. Loosen edges with a knife if needed, then flip the cake out onto parchment paper and cool completely.
  7. Prepare Cherry Filling: Rinse and pit cherries, then halve them. Place cherries, sugar, and kirsch in a large pan and simmer over medium heat until the liquid thickens to a syrupy consistency. Stir frequently and avoid breaking cherries. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  8. Make Mascarpone Cream: In a large bowl, whip egg yolks, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract on high speed until pale and thick. Scrape down bowl sides.
  9. Add Mascarpone: Mix in mascarpone cheese and whip until smooth.
  10. Fold in Cream: Pour in cold heavy cream and whip until soft peaks form.
  11. Assemble Layers: Trim the cake into two layers that fit your serving dish. Place one layer at the bottom and soak with half the tart cherry juice using a brush or ladle.
  12. Add Cherry Layer: Spoon half of the simmered cherries evenly over the soaked cake layer.
  13. Spread Mascarpone Cream: Dollop half of the mascarpone cream over the cherries and spread into an even layer.
  14. Repeat Layers: Add the second cake layer on top and soak with the remaining cherry juice. Spoon on remaining cherries and top with remaining mascarpone cream. If the dish is full, whip cream to medium stiff peaks and dollop on top to hold shape.
  15. Cover and Chill: Smooth the cream surface, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight to set flavors.
  16. Finish and Serve: Before serving, remove plastic wrap and dust the top evenly with cocoa powder using a fine mesh sieve. Use a metal spatula or serving spoon to scoop out portions.
  17. Store Leftovers: Keep any leftovers refrigerated.

Notes

  • Ensure cherries are not broken during simmering but softened to maintain texture.
  • If you want a firmer cream topping, whip the mascarpone cream to medium stiff peaks instead of soft peaks.
  • This dessert is best served chilled and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Kirsch (cherry brandy) adds traditional flavor but can be omitted or substituted with cherry syrup for a non-alcoholic version.
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt and mascarpone for the richest flavor and smoothest texture.

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Keywords: Black Forest, Tiramisu, Chocolate Cake, Cherry Dessert, Mascarpone Cream, Layered Cake, No-Bake Cream

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