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Easy Black Forest Wreath Recipe

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  • Author: Charlotte
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Description

This Easy Black Forest Wreath is a stunning and delicious dessert that combines soft chocolate sponge rolls, luscious whipped cream, and vibrant Morello cherries. Perfect for special occasions, this no-bake wreath-style cake is quick to assemble and impresses with its beautiful presentation and classic Black Forest flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Cherries and Syrup

  • 680g jar Coles Pitted Morello Cherries in Syrup
  • 1 tbsp caster sugar
  • 125ml (1/2 cup) reserved cherry syrup

Cream Mixture

  • 375ml (1 1/2 cups) thickened cream
  • 185ml (3/4 cup) double cream

Cake

  • 2 x 250g packets Coles Mini Choc Sponge Rolls

Topping

  • Shaved chocolate, to sprinkle

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cherry Syrup: Drain the cherries, reserving 125ml (1/2 cup) of the syrup. Place the reserved syrup in a small saucepan and add 1 tablespoon of caster sugar. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high, bring to boil, then simmer for 2 minutes or until syrup is slightly reduced. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  2. Whip Cream: In a bowl, use electric beaters to whisk together the thickened cream and double cream until firm peaks form. Transfer the whipped cream into a large piping bag fitted with a 1.5cm fluted nozzle for easy decorating.
  3. Slice Cake Rolls: Cut each mini chocolate sponge roll into three even slices. Arrange the slices cut-side up in a wreath shape on a large round serving platter, creating a circular base for the wreath.
  4. Assemble Wreath: Pipe a peak of whipped cream onto each cake slice. Then, fill any gaps between the slices with additional piped cream to completely cover and secure the wreath shape.
  5. Add Cherries and Finish: Spoon the drained Morello cherries evenly over the piped cream. Drizzle the cooled cherry syrup over the top for added sweetness and shine. Finally, sprinkle shaved chocolate generously to garnish and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the cherry syrup is cooled completely before drizzling to avoid melting the whipped cream.
  • Use a fluted nozzle for decorative cream piping that adds texture and visual appeal.
  • This dessert is best served immediately but can be refrigerated for up to a day before serving.
  • For an extra touch, sprinkle some chocolate curls or dust with cocoa powder.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Australian

Keywords: Black Forest, Easy Black Forest Cake, Cherry Wreath, No-Bake Dessert, Chocolate Sponge Roll, Whipped Cream Dessert

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