Black Forest

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt the butter and chocolate over low heat in a pan

2. 2

   Separate the egg whites from the yolks, then beat the whites with a whisk to make stiff peaks

3. 3

   Preheat your oven to thermostat 6 (180°C), then take the pan and add sugar, egg yolks, flour, and baking powder while stirring

4. 4

   Add the stiff egg whites, then mix until you get a homogeneous mixture

5. 5

   Place your baking sheet in the mold and pour the mixture, bake for 45 minutes

6. 6

   Once the cake is done (check with a knife), wait for it to cool before unmolding and cutting it widthwise into 3 circles to separate

7. 7

   Pour an equivalent of one wine glass of kirsch over these three parts, let them soak up, then spread jam on the first circle

8. 8

   Place the second circle on top of the first one, and spread 100 to 150 gr whipped cream (mixed with jam if desired) on it

9. 9

   Place the third circle on top of the others, add a layer of whipped cream, sprinkle with chocolate shavings and candied cherries

10. 10

    Chill in the fridge for at least 5 hours before serving