🎂 Eggless Black Forest Cake Recipe (Moist | Rich | Indian Style)

A soft, moist chocolate sponge cake layered with whipped cream, cherries, and dark chocolate — without eggs! A perfect celebration cake for birthdays, parties, and festivals.

🎉 Occasion

This Eggless Black Forest Cake is perfect for:

• Birthdays and Anniversaries 🎉

• Valentine’s Day & Romantic Dinners 💖

• Mother’s Day & Father’s Day 👩‍👧‍👦

• Christmas, New Year & Diwali 🎄🪔

• Graduation Parties & Baby Showers 🎓👶

• Weddings & Engagements 💍

This elegant eggless cake is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for all your special moments.

🍫 About the Recipe

The Eggless Black Forest Cake is a soft, moist chocolate sponge cake layered with fluffy whipped cream, sweet cherries, and grated chocolate. Originating from Germany as Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte, this version omits eggs but keeps all the flavor and texture you love.

🍰 Ingredients (Serves 8 | 7 or 8-inch cake)

🟤 For Eggless Chocolate Sponge Cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)

• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 3/4 cup powdered sugar

• 1/2 cup thick curd (yogurt)

• 1/2 cup milk (room temperature)

• 1/4 cup neutral oil (refined/sunflower)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

• Pinch of salt

🔴 For Cherry Syrup Soak:

• 1/2 cup canned cherry syrup (or sugar water)

• 2 tbsp sugar (if using fresh water)

• 1 tbsp cherry juice or kirsch (optional)

⚪ For Frosting and Decoration:

• 1.5 cups whipping cream (chilled)

• 2 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup canned cherries or fresh pitted cherries

• 1/4 cup chocolate shavings or curls

• Few whole cherries for topping

🧁 Make Eggless Black Forest Cake – Step-by-Step

Step 1: Make Eggless Chocolate Sponge (30–35 mins)

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake tin.

2. In a mixing bowl, whisk curd and sugar until smooth.

3. Add oil, milk, and vanilla extract, and mix well.

4. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

5. Gently fold the ingredients until no lumps remain.

6. Pour batter into prepared tin. Tap to release air bubbles.

7. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting.

Step 2: Prepare Cherry Syrup Soak (5 minutes)

1. If using canned cherries, use the syrup as-is.

2. Or boil 1/2 cup water with 2 tbsp sugar and let it cool.

3. Add a few drops of cherry essence or a splash of kirsch for authenticity.

🍒 This syrup adds moisture and cherry flavor to the sponge.

Step 3: Whip the Cream (10 minutes)

1. In a chilled bowl, beat the whipping cream until soft peaks.

2. Add vanilla and powdered sugar, continue whipping until stiff peaks form.

3. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

1. Slice the sponge cake horizontally into 2 or 3 equal layers.

2. Place the base layer on a cake board. Brush with cherry syrup.

3. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream.

4. Add chopped cherries evenly.

5. Repeat with the second (and third) layer – soak, frost, cherry.

6. Cover the entire cake with whipped cream.

7. Decorate with chocolate shavings, whole cherries, and piped cream swirls.

🎂 Chill the cake for 2–3 hours before slicing for best flavor and texture.

🎈 Serving Suggestions

• Serve chilled with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.

• Pair with vanilla ice cream for a decadent twist.

• Add extra cherry syrup drizzle for a moist finish.

• Top with gold or silver vark for festive presentation.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfect Eggless Black Forest Cake

• Use full-fat curd and good-quality cocoa for the richest flavor.

• Do not overbeat the cream – stiff peaks give best results.

• Always let sponge cool fully before layering.

• Use gelatin-free whipping cream for a 100% vegetarian version.

• Refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavors.

🧪 Nutrition Facts (Per Slice – Approx. 1/8 of cake)

🍃 Note: Nutritional values may vary depending on cream, cherries, and chocolate used.

🧾 Interesting Facts

This Eggless Black Forest Cake Recipe is the perfect balance of moist chocolate sponge, fluffy whipped cream, and juicy cherries. Ideal for celebrations, birthdays, or even just a luxurious dessert to enjoy at home.

With 100% vegetarian ingredients and a rich, bakery-style finish, this cake will become your go-to for every special moment.