Showstopper bakes
Test yourself with these elaborate and beautiful bakes - it's the perfect challenge and everyone's a winner.
by Rick Stein
Black Forest gâteau, originating from the Black Forest in Germany, is a decadent dessert loved worldwide. Layers of rich chocolate sponge cake, filled with whipped cream and cherries. A classic for any occasion, from birthdays to special celebrations.
For this recipe you will need an electric whisk, three 20cm/8in sandwich tins and a piping bag fitted with a large star nozzle.