Quick Black Forest Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Quick Black Forest Cake! This moist and flavorful chocolate cake is surprisingly easy to make and ready in under an hour. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings with minimal effort. Get ready for a burst of cherry and chocolate deliciousness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 365 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Quick Black Forest Cake

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How to Make Quick Black Forest Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat eggs and almond extract until light and frothy.
  3. Stir in cherry pie filling and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  4. Gradually add the dry cake mix, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  8. While the cake cools, prepare the glaze: Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
  10. Add milk and icing sugar, whisking until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
  11. Once the cake is completely cool, pour the glaze evenly over the top.
  12. Let the glaze set for at least 15 minutes before serving.
  13. Serve the Quick Black Forest Cake as is, or top with whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

145g

Fat

25g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quick Black Forest Cake?

Quick Black Forest Cake takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quick Black Forest Cake?

Quick Black Forest Cake has approximately 365 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quick Black Forest Cake?

The key ingredients for Quick Black Forest Cake are Chocolate Cake Mix With Pudding, Eggs, Cherry Pie Filling, Almond Extract, Chocolate Chips, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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