The Black Forest Gateau is a classic dessert loved for its rich chocolate layers, sweet cherries, and fluffy whipped cream. This gluten-free Black Forest Gateau recipe keeps all the traditional flavors while replacing regular flour with gluten-free flour so everyone can enjoy a slice.
This decadent cake features moist chocolate sponge, cherry filling, whipped cream, and smooth chocolate ganache, making it perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or special desserts.
Ingredients for Gluten-Free Black Forest Gateau (Serves 8–10)
For the Chocolate Cake
175g butter, cubed
75g dark chocolate, broken into pieces
300g gluten-free self-raising flour (with xanthan gum)
375g golden caster sugar
25g cocoa powder, sifted
1 teaspoon bicarbonate soda
2 large eggs, beaten
200g buttermilk
100ml boiling water
For the Filling
400ml double cream
2 tablespoons icing sugar (optional)
2 tablespoons cherries or cherry compote
4 tablespoons brandy or kirsch (optional)
2 tablespoons juice from tinned cherriesFor the Ganache
150ml double cream
150g dark chocolate, broken into pieces
To Decorate
425g tin pitted cherries
Remaining whipped cream
Grated chocolate (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake Tins
Preheat the oven to 180°C / 350°F / Gas 4 (160°C fan).
Butter three 20cm cake tins and line the base with greaseproof paper.
2. Melt the Chocolate and Butter
In a saucepan over low heat, slowly melt the butter and dark chocolate together. Stir well until smooth.
