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.

Maraschino cherries could then be used to decorate the top of the cake.Creole Black Forest cake. Makes 10 to 12 servings. 1 18.25-ounce box chocolate cake mix. 1 21-ounce can cherry pie filling.

3. Spread cherry preserves over cooled cake with an offset spatula; transfer to freezer and chill for 20 minutes to set. 4. For the frosting, beat butter, salt, and vanilla in a large mixer bowl ...

Black Forest Cake. For the whipped cream: 3 cups (720 milliliters) heavy cream. 6 ounces (170 grams) mascarpone, full-fat cream cheese or crème fraîche. 6 tablespoons (45 grams) confectioners' sugar ...

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.