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White Forest Cake

Serves 4
90 mins
450 Kcal
White forest cake is a wonderful delight of the classic black forest cake, but this time, it features the taste of rich, creamy white chocolate and fluffy layers. That makes this dessert perfect for celebratory purposes to spice up a birthday or sweet desire. If you want to surprise your guests, this white forest cake recipe surely will! Prepare the cake layers according to the recipe; bake two 9-inch vanilla sponge cakes. Let them cool completely. In a mixing bowl, whip 2 cups of heavy cream until soft peaks form, and slowly pour in powdered sugar with some added splash of vanilla extract for sweetness and flavour. Now, you should have four layers because you cut each sponge cake in half horizontally. Place one layer on the serving plate, layer with whipped cream, and put a layer of your chopped cherries or cherry filling. Do this until you fill up the other layer. Stack them very carefully. After adding all those layers, frost the cake top and sides with whipped cream. Lastly, decorate it with white chocolate shavings and cherries. This recipe of white forest cake is appetizing but truly luscious to the taste. The heavenly combination of soft sponge, rich cream, and sweet cherries will make for an experience of just the perfect dessert. Chill a few hours before serving to let the flavours meld together well. This lovely white forest cake recipe is sure to arrest the attention of all your guests through its beauty and taste.

Ingredients required for White Forest Cake

  1. 200 gms maida
  2. White chocolate
  3. 2 eggs
  4. 3/4 cup bura
  5. 1 pinch salt
  6. 200 gms sugar
  7. 200 ml milk
  8. 100 ml vegetable oil
  9. 500 ml heavy cream
  10. Cherry
  11. ! tsp baking powder

Cooking steps for White Forest Cake

  1. 1
    Let's start to make this delicious white forest cake.
  2. 2
    It will begin with preheating our oven to 180 C, or 350 F to ensure that everything will be ready by the time it is inserted into the oven for baking.
  3. 3
    Two 8-inch round cake pans should be arranged in a row, greased, and then lined with parchment paper at the bottom, ensuring these cakes won't stick to the surface.
  4. 4
    To make the base, you need to mix 200 gmsof all-purpose flour, 200 gmsof sugar, one teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl.
  5. 5
    The above three will together create a framework and flavour for the cake.
  6. 6
    In a different bowl, whisk together 200 ml of milk, 100 ml of vegetable oil, two large eggs, and one teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  7. 7
    This wet ingredient mixture brings moisture and richness to the cake.
  8. 8
    Gradually add your wet mixture to your dry ingredients and gently mix until your batter is smooth.
  9. 9
    Don't overmix, as this will give you a denser cake. Pour it into the prepared pans once the batter is ready.
  10. 10
    Put them in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or till a toothpick inserted in the centre of the cake comes out clean. That is how it is ensured that the cakes are perfectly baked.
  11. 11
    Let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes after baking.
  12. 12
    This resting period helps them get a firmer position; thus, it would be easy to take them out. Then, place the cakes on a wire rack to cool completely, which would usually take about 30 minutes.
  13. 13
    When you transfer the cakes to the wire rack to cool for that usual 30 minutes, you can begin working with the whipped cream.
  14. 14
    In a big bowl, take 500 ml of heavy cream and whip it with 50 gmsof powdered sugar.
  15. 15
    Continue to beat until stiff peaks are formed and so it's ready for spreading.
  16. 16
    Let this whipped cream cool and keep it fluffy.
  17. 17
    Now, it is time to put the cake together. Place one layer of the cake on a serving plate in a fashion that holds the cake firm and stable on the plate. Then, spread a good layer of whipped cream over this first cake layer.
  18. 18
    Then use pitted and halved cherries - either fresh or canned may be used; they will work perfectly-and layer those over the whipped cream.
  19. 19
    The cherries will give a flavour burst, but they will also lend a lovely appeal. Place the second cake layer over this carefully to make a delightful two-tiered effect.
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    Now, it is time to spread the remaining whipped cream evenly over the entire cake to give it a appetizing and inviting appearance.
  21. 21
    This rich cream layer provides a cake with a look and contributes to its richness. For the finish, top the cake with shaved white chocolate and more cherries, both of which will add flavour and aesthetic finish.
  22. 22
    This garnish not only makes the cake more aesthetically appealing but also brings contrasting texture and flavour to the slice.
  23. 23
    Once decorated, refrigerate it for at least 2 hours before serving.
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    That way, the flavours can mingle so nicely and allow the whipped cream to set, which makes the cake much more accessible to cut into. If you do serve this, just cut into the cake to reveal its appetizing layers with the light sponge, fluffy whipped cream, and juicy cherries.
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    A white forest cake is the perfect dessert for any celebration or as a special treat, savoured with both eyes and the palate. Be elegant in each bite of this dessert, with flavours deliciously set to bring harmony of textures and richness into your life!

Shop Ingredients

Baking Powder (! Tsp)
36
1
25
1
30
1
Vegetable Oil (100 ml)
175
1
172
1
161
1
137
1
148
1
150
1
291
1
141
1
730
1
241
1
Salt (1 pinch)
27
1
21
1
22
1
50
1
107
1
56
1
99
1
47
1
76
1
75
1
Sugar (200 gms)
48
1
47
1
239
1
53
1
69
1
84
1
50
1
230
1
99
1
230
1
Milk (200 ml)
32
1
24
1
34
1
45
1
Eggs (2)
98
1
119
1
135
1
236
1
66
1
50
1
139
1
356
1
265
1
92
1
Maida (200 gms)
34
1
37
1
46
1
51
1
89
1
76
1
61
1
70
1
72
1
69
1
White Chocolate
40
1
247
1
40
1
20
1
Heavy Cream (500 ml)
68
1
55
1
220
1
75
1
180
1

FAQs

What are the ingredients used in making White Forest Cake?

Essentially, the composition of a White Forest Cake is a layered vanilla sponge cake, whipped cream, and cherries. Sponge composition is derived from flour, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. However, for the whipped cream to stabilise its texture, gelatin is used, while fresh or canned cherries provide the fruity burst needed for the cake. Shavings or grated white chocolate decorates the top of the cake in the typical design.

How do I customise a White Forest Cake?

Customizing White Forest Cake is easy; you can do fantastic things there. Fill the cake with fruit compote or chocolate mousse between the sponge layers to give it extra depth in flavour and layers. For a unique and creative take, try using flavoured whipped cream, such as almond or coconut, for additional potency. Get crazy with toppings by way of colourful fruits, edible flowers, or an effortless drizzle of fruit syrup for an extra pop.

Can white forest cake be gluten-free?

And yes, White Forest Cake can be made gluten-free as well. Instead of using all-purpose flour, you would replace it with a gluten-free flour blend. It helps to ensure that the blend contains some xanthan gum that helps keep the texture right. And if you use almond flour, you may also get a nutty flavour. Do not forget to use gluten-free stabilisers in the whipped cream as well so that it is safe for one with gluten sensitivities to indulge in this dessert without worrying a single bit!