Kirsch Cherry Black Forest 2.0

 

Ingredients

For the Main Component:

2 cups dark sweet cherries, pitted and halved

2 tbsp Kirsch (cherry brandy)

1 tbsp granulated sugar

1 tsp cornstarch

For the Secondary Component:

1 cup heavy whipping cream

2 tbsp powdered sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp dark cocoa powder

For the Sauce / Layer / Topping:

4 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped

1/4 cup heavy cream

1 tbsp unsalted butter

For Garnish (optional):

1 tbsp dark chocolate shavings

2 whole cherries with stems

Directions

Combine cherries, Kirsch, sugar, and cornstarch in a

small saucepan over medium heat.

Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the juices thicken into a

glossy syrup, then cool completely.

In a chilled bowl, beat 1 cup heavy cream with powdered

sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

Gently fold the cocoa powder into the whipped cream

until no streaks remain.

Place the chopped dark chocolate and butter in a small

bowl.

Heat 1/4 cup heavy cream until steaming, pour over

chocolate, and whisk until smooth to create a ganache.

Layer the cooled cherry mixture into serving glasses,

followed by the chocolate whipped cream.

Pour a thin layer of warm ganache over the top and

finish with chocolate shavings.

Nutritional Info (per serving, serves 2)