Double Chocolate Black Forest Ice Cream Cake Recipe

Take your dessert to the next level with this double chocolate Black Forest ice cream cake. Featuring rich chocolate sponge, chocolate ice cream, and a luscious cherry compote layer, this cake is topped with whipped cream, dark chocolate curls, and fresh cherries for a show-stopping treat.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Sponge Layer:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup whole milk
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup boiling water

For the Ice Cream Layer:

• 1 quart chocolate ice cream (softened)

For the Cherry Compote:

• 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water

For the Ganache:

• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• ½ cup heavy cream

For the Toppings:

• 1 cup whipped cream
• Fresh cherries
• Chocolate curls or shavings

Steps

Step 1: Bake the Chocolate Sponge

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add egg, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Gradually stir in boiling water.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Let cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Cherry Compote

1. In a small saucepan, combine cherries and sugar over medium heat. Cook until the cherries release their juices.
2. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened. Let cool completely.

Step 3: Assemble the Ice Cream Cake

1. Place the cooled chocolate sponge in a springform pan.
2. Spread softened chocolate ice cream over the cake layer. Top with a layer of cherry compote. Freeze for 4-6 hours, or until firm.

Step 4: Make the Ganache

1. Heat heavy cream until steaming and pour it over the dark chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes and whisk until smooth.

Step 5: Decorate the Cake

1. Remove the cake from the springform pan and transfer to a serving plate.
2. Pour ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
3. Garnish with whipped cream, fresh cherries, and chocolate curls.

Pro Tips:

• For an extra cherry flavor, add a splash of cherry liqueur to the compote.
• Serve with a drizzle of warm ganache for an indulgent finish.
• Store any leftovers in the freezer and let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.

This double chocolate Black Forest ice cream cake is a decadent dessert for special occasions. Its rich chocolate layers and sweet cherry compote make it a crowd-pleaser. Try it at your next celebration!