Chocolate And Cherry Cranked To 11: Black Forest Bars Recipe

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Chocolate And Cherry Cranked To 11: Black Forest Bars Recipe
90 min.
15
280kcal

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Indulge your senses with our Chocolate And Cherry Cranked To 11: Black Forest Bars, a delightful twist on the classic Black Forest cake that promises to elevate your dessert game to new heights. Perfect for vegetarians and chocolate lovers alike, these bars are a decadent treat that will leave everyone craving more. With a rich, fudgy base infused with the deep flavors of cocoa and the sweetness of candied cherries, each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked chocolate wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this scrumptious dessert. The combination of dark chocolate and brown sugar creates a luscious, moist texture that pairs beautifully with the tartness of the cherries. Topped with a glossy chocolate icing and scattered with cherry pieces, these bars are not only a feast for the palate but also a visual delight.

Whether you're hosting a gathering, looking for a sweet snack, or simply want to treat yourself, these Black Forest Bars are sure to impress. Ready in just 90 minutes and serving up to 15 people, they are the perfect addition to any occasion. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone talking. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.7 cups brown sugar 
  • ounces candied cherries halved
  • 0.8 cup cocoa powder 
  • tablespoons plus light
  • ounces chocolate dark (approximately 50 percent cocoa solids)
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 1.7 cups self raising flour sifted
  • 0.8 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Whisk the cocoa with 1 cup boiling water, whisk in the baking soda and leave to cool for about 20 minutes.Preheat the oven to 325ºF convection oven/350ºF conventional oven. 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.
  2. Whisk together the eggs, sugar, and oil in a large bowl, then fold in the flour and then the cocoa solution.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 30–40 minutes until risen and firm and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Run a knife around the edge of the cake and leave to cool. 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.
  4. Drizzle the icing over the cake, scatter the Toblerone slices, and arrange the cherries here and there. Set aside to harden for a couple of hours before cutting into squares. They will keep well in an airtight container for several days.Try out more chocolate dessert recipes on Food Republic:Salted Triple Chocolate Brownie Batter Cookies
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Nutrition Facts

Calories280kcal
Protein6.89%
Fat27.89%
Carbs65.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.27
Glycemic Load
7.71
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.7256521353417%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.79mg
Epicatechin
8.45mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:280.36kcal
14.02%
Fat:9.04g
13.91%
Saturated Fat:3.9g
24.41%
Carbohydrates:47.57g
15.86%
Net Carbohydrates:44.56g
16.2%
Sugar:31.09g
34.55%
Cholesterol:52.14mg
17.38%
Sodium:85.93mg
3.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:17.45mg
5.82%
Protein:5.03g
10.05%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.92%
Copper:0.38mg
18.82%
Selenium:11.24µg
16.06%
Magnesium:50.44mg
12.61%
Iron:2.26mg
12.54%
Fiber:3.01g
12.02%
Phosphorus:102.68mg
10.27%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.14%
Potassium:199.66mg
5.7%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.34%
Vitamin K:4.95µg
4.72%
Calcium:43.94mg
4.39%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.53%
Folate:12.55µg
3.14%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
3.02%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.47%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.36%
Vitamin A:105.36IU
2.11%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
1.99%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.85%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.68%