Gluten-Free Black Forest Gateau Recipe
Introduction: Just finished baking this delicious gluten-free Black Forest Gateau, and it’s everything you want in a chocolate cherry cake 
! Soft layers of rich, moist chocolate cake paired with fluffy whipped cream and juicy cherries—this cake is simply irresistible. Perfect for any celebration or to satisfy a sweet craving!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups dairy-free milk (or regular milk)
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 cup heavy cream (whipped)
- ½ cup cherry jam or preserve
- 100g dark chocolate (for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans.
- Prepare the cake: In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until fully combined.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.
- Whip the cream: While the cakes are cooling, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the cake: Once the cakes are cooled, slice each cake in half horizontally to create layers. Spread a layer of whipped cream on the first cake layer, followed by a spoonful of cherry jam, and then top with halved cherries. Repeat with the second and third layers.
- Top the cake: Finish with the final layer, spread more whipped cream on top, and drizzle with melted dark chocolate. Add fresh cherries for decoration.
- Chill the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Enjoy your gluten-free Black Forest Gateau—rich, moist, and filled with the perfect balance of chocolate and cherries!