Chocolate And Cherry Cranked To 11: Black Forest Ba

Name: Chocolate And Cherry Cranked To 11: Black Forest Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: unsalted butter or vegetable oil, for greasing; 3/4 cup cocoa powder; 3/4 teaspoon baking soda; 4 large eggs; 1 2/3 cups brown sugar; 3/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 2/3 cups self-rising flour, sifted; 5 ounces dark chocolate (approximately 50 percent cocoa solids), broken into pieces; 2 tablespoons light corn syrup; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 4 ounces Toblerone, finely sliced; 3 ounces candied cherries, halved

Servings: persons

unsalted butter or vegetable oil, for greasing
3/4 cup cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
4 large eggs
1 2/3 cups brown sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 2/3 cups self-rising flour, sifted
5 ounces dark chocolate (approximately 50 percent cocoa solids), broken into pieces
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 tablespoons heavy cream
4 ounces Toblerone, finely sliced
3 ounces candied cherries, halved

1
Whisk the cocoa with 1 cup boiling water, whisk in the baking soda and leave to cool for about 20 minutes.
2
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F convection oven/350 degrees F conventional oven.
3
Butter or oil a 9 x 12 inch nonstick baking pan, 2 inches deep there is no need to line it unless you are planning to serve the cake whole.
4
Whisk together the eggs, sugar, and oil in a large bowl, then fold in the flour and then the cocoa solution.
5
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 3040 minutes until risen and firm and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
6
Run a knife around the edge of the cake and leave to cool.
7
To make the icing, gently melt the chocolate with the syrup and cream in a bowl set over a pan with a little simmering water in it, whisking until glossy and smooth.
8
Drizzle the icing over the cake, scatter the Toblerone slices, and arrange the cherries here and there.
9
Set aside to harden for a couple of hours before cutting into squares.
10
They will keep well in an airtight container for several days.

1333

kcal

Calories

Fat

161

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: unsalted butter or vegetable oil, for greasing, 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 3/4 teaspoon baking soda, 4 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Chocolate And Cherry Cranked To 11: Black Forest Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chocolate And Cherry Cranked To 11: Black Forest Bars

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