Ingredients:
For the sponge cake:
- 6 eggs (separated)
- 200 g sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 150 g flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
For the filling and decoration:
- 500 g whipped cream
- 1 packet of cream stiffener
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 1 jar of cherries (drained)
- Chocolate shavings or grated chocolate
Preparation:
1. Preheat the oven and prepare the dish:
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
- Line a springform pan (26 cm diameter) with baking paper and grease the edge.
2. Prepare sponge cake dough:
- Beat the egg yolks with sugar and vanilla sugar until frothy and light in color.
- Mix the flour, baking powder and salt and carefully fold into the egg yolk mixture.
- Beat the egg whites until stiff and gently fold them into the dough.
- Pour the dough evenly into the prepared springform pan.
3. Bake and let cool:
- Bake the sponge cake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- After baking, remove from the oven and let cool in the tin.
4. Prepare cream:
- Beat the whipped cream with the cream stiffener and vanilla sugar until stiff.
5. Layer the sponge cake base:
- Cut the cooled sponge cake horizontally into two equal layers.
- Place the bottom layer on a cake plate.
6. Filling and decoration:
- Spread some of the whipped cream on the bottom layer.
- Spread the drained cherries evenly over the cream layer.
- Place the second sponge cake on top.
- Spread the remaining cream over the top and sides of the cake.
7. Add chocolate shavings:
- Decorate the cake with chocolate shavings or grated chocolate as desired.
8. Cool and serve:
- Let the heavenly cake with cherries set in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, decorate with additional cherries and chocolate shavings if desired.
Tips for the perfect heavenly cake with cherries:
- Fresh cherries: Use fresh cherries when they are in season, or opt for pitted cherries from a jar or can.
- Cream firmness: Make sure to whip the cream well to ensure a more stable consistency of the cake.
- Kirschwasser: For a more intense cherry flavor, you can drizzle some Kirschwasser over the bases before adding the cream.
- Layer density: Layer the cake evenly to achieve a balanced distribution of cream and cherries.
Why this heaven cake is special:
- Light sponge cake: The airy sponge cake gives the cake a delicate texture.
- Fruity cherries: The juicy cherries provide a fruity and refreshing taste.
- Creamy cream: The whipped cream rounds off the cake and gives it an irresistible creaminess.
Conclusion:
The heavenly cake with cherries is a heavenly delight that enchants the senses. With its airy sponge cake, creamy cream and fruity cherries, this cake is a real highlight on every coffee table. Bake this delicacy and surprise your guests with a heavenly taste
experience. Enjoy your meal!