Gu Cheesecake Black Forest (Sainsburys) By @Cinabar

My favourite cake is Black Forest Gateau, I think because of the nostalgia. The foods you like are based on nostalgia and memory, which is why many people’s favourite chocolate is the one they remember from childhood. I remember this cake from childhood, and I love the combination of chocolate, cherries, and cream. I know it is a bit retro, but I'm a big fan of everything 1980s-themed. When I saw there was a new Gu Cheesecake Black Forest, I knew it was something I had to pick up. 

 

Inside the box are the usual foil-topped glass ramekins. I pulled back the lid and found that the dessert looked quite dark. I scooped some onto a spoon and could see the layers more clearly. I gave it a try, and it was a proper blast of the comforting Black Forest Gateau flavours. The cherries were sweet and strong; there was plenty of chocolate; and the cheesecake element added the creamy balance that recreated the flavour. The texture is quite limited in that all the layers are soft, the base if a little former but there is no crunch and no juicy cherries, which is a shame but I still liked the taste so very much. The combination is a classic, and the different elements are well balanced. This Gu Cheesecake Black Forest is an absolute delight.

What is your favourite cake from childhood?