Chocolate Cherry Gateau Recipe

April 11, 2023 Post a Comment

Frost & Serve Chocolate Cherry Cake Cherry Buttercream Recipe from frostandserve.blogspot.com

Description

Chocolate Cherry Gateau is an easy-to-make, decadent dessert that is sure to please any crowd. This decadent cake layers rich, dark chocolate cake with a tangy cherry sauce, making this a perfect dessert for any special occasion. This cake is sure to be a crowd pleaser, with its moist and chocolatey layers, and its sweet and tart cherry filling. This recipe is simple enough for any level of baker to make, and it's sure to be a hit at any gathering.

This recipe is made using simple ingredients, and is a great way to use up some of that extra chocolate or cherries that you may have lying around. The cake layers are made with dark chocolate, giving it a rich and indulgent flavor. The cherry filling is made with tart cherries and sweetened with a bit of sugar, making it the perfect balance between sweet and tart. The cake is finished off with a delicious chocolate ganache, giving it a decadent feel and an irresistible finish.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cocoa powder
3/4 cup butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk

For the Cherry Filling:

3 cups tart cherries, pitted and chopped
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon almond extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

To make the Chocolate Cake:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
Stir in the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated. Beat in the cocoa powder until combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto racks to cool completely.

To make the Cherry Filling:

In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over low heat, stirring, until thickened, about 10 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in the almond extract.
Allow the filling to cool completely before using.

To make the Chocolate Ganache:

Place the chopped chocolate in a medium bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer.
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for a few minutes.
Stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Allow the ganache to cool slightly before using.

To assemble the cake:

Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
Spread the cooled cherry filling over the top of the cake layer.
Top with the second cake layer.
Spread the cooled ganache over the top of the cake.
Decorate the top of the cake with additional cherries, if desired.

Notes

This cake can be stored, covered, at room temperature for up to 3 days. If desired, you can also freeze the cake for up to 2 months. To thaw, place the cake in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

Nutrition

This cake is high in fat and sugar, and should be enjoyed in moderation. One slice of cake will provide approximately 260 calories, 13 grams of fat, and 26 grams of sugar.