Black Forest Gateau with Pistachio Cream Layer

 Black Forest Gateau with Pistachio Cream Layer 🍒🍫🌰

Cherry and chocolate always bring me back to childhood celebrations.

This Black Forest Gateau gets a fresh twist with a creamy pistachio layer nestled between classic chocolate sponge and cherry compote. It’s rich, nutty, and decadently fruity—a slice of nostalgia with a delightful surprise.

Ingredients: (Serves 10)

For the chocolate sponge:

– 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour

– 2/3 cup (65 g) unsweetened cocoa powder

– 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

– ¼ teaspoon salt

– 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar

– 4 large eggs

– ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil

– ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the cherry compote:

– 2 cups (300 g) fresh or frozen cherries, pitted

– ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar

– 2 tablespoons water

– 1 tablespoon lemon juice

– 1 tablespoon kirsch or cherry liqueur (optional)

For the pistachio cream:

– 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream

– ½ cup (120 g) mascarpone cheese

– ¼ cup (60 g) powdered sugar

– ½ cup (70 g) pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios

To finish:

– Whipped cream for decorating

– Whole pistachios and cherries for garnish

– Shaved chocolate

Rich chocolate, tart cherries, and smooth pistachio cream—this gateau is a celebration in every bite.