Kudakwashe Makoni, 44, a chef from Harare, Zimbabwe, insisted that his nation’s cows lend a distinctly rich flavor to the cake’s cream. “Nobody does a Black Forest like Zimbabwe,” he said.

To make the ganache - In a medium saucepan combine the heavy cream, butter, and sugar. Bring to just under a boil on medium-low heat. Do not boil, however.

Black Forest cake is a delightful combination of chocolate cake, whipped cream, cherries and kirsch or kirschwasser, a clear cherry brandy. Instead of chocolate cake, this recipe uses store-bought ...

Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand and brush it with the cherry syrup, then spread about 1/2 cup of whipped cream over the top. 3. Add 1/4 cup of the cherry jam, swirling it ...

And not for $40 or $50. Try $200. If you were ordering for Christmas, it’s too late. But order other cakes and pies (see below) through Friday.