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Binary Black Forest Gateau

This Binary Black Forest Gateau is a delightful fusion of classic German flavors with a novel twist. It's not just a cake, it's a journey through layers of rich chocolate cake, whipped cream and succulent cherries, all brought together by a hint of kirsch. This recipe embodies the spirit of Iron Chef AI, where tradition meets innovation.

  • SERVES
    12 people
  • PREP TIME
    45 minutes
  • Cook TIME
    30 minutes
Ingredients
  • 200g of all-purpose flour
  • 200g of granulated sugar
  • 75g of dark cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup of boiling water
  • 500ml of whipped cream
  • 1 jar of Morello cherries (drained, juice reserved)
  • 3 tablespoons of kirsch
  • Chocolate shavings for decoration
Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) and grease a cake tin.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the bowl, and mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing continuously. The batter will be thin, but that's okay.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin, and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. While the cake is cooling, whip the cream until it forms soft peaks.
  7. Once the cake is cooled, cut it into three equal layers. Brush each layer with the reserved cherry juice and kirsch.
  8. Spread whipped cream and cherries between each layer, then cover the entire cake with the remaining whipped cream.
  9. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings and top with more cherries before serving.

The Binary Black Forest Gateau is a homage to the classic German Black Forest cake, Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte. This dessert is named after the specialty liquor of the region, known for its distinctive cherry flavor. However, our Iron Chef AI version brings a unique twist with a binary play on the flavors.

The inspiration behind the Binary Black Forest Gateau was to create a dessert that encapsulated the spirit of the Iron Chef AI - a perfect blend of classic and contemporary. The 'binary' in the name represents this duality, where traditional ingredients are paired with innovative techniques to create a cake that is truly unique.

What sets this recipe apart from the traditional version is the use of a richer chocolate cake base and the addition of kirsch in the cherry filling. The base cake is denser than a typical sponge cake, which lends a more decadent texture that contrasts beautifully with the light, whipped cream. The kirsch adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the cherries, elevating the overall taste profile of the cake.

While the Binary Black Forest Gateau retains all the beloved elements of the classic dessert – chocolate, cherries and cream – it brings an updated interpretation that is sure to impress. The end result is not just a cake, but a delicious experience that takes you on a journey through culinary history and innovation. Enjoy this cake with a cup of coffee or a glass of kirsch for a truly indulgent treat.

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