Ingredients:
For the Cake:
• 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
For the Cherry Filling:
• 2 cups pitted cherries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup kirsch (cherry brandy)
For the Whipped Cream Frosting:
• 3 cups heavy cream
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For Assembly:
• Additional cherries for garnish
• Chocolate shavings
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