
Put a cake ring (or springform ring) around the cake. Place bottom cake layer onto a serving plate.Whip 1 cup of cream with 1 pouch Whip It according to package instructions, adding 1 tablespoon granulated sugar once peaks start forming.Add remaining cherries to the saucepan, stir, and let cool. Put 16 nice cherries into a bowl and set aside.Add 1 tablespoon of Kirschwasser, if using. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, about 1 – 2 minutes. Measure the cherry liquid and add water or juice to make 1¼ cups and pour into a small saucepan. Drain the cherries, saving the liquid.When the cake is cold, cover with a towel and let stand for about 2 hours before filling. Remove outer ring and invert onto wire rack. Run a knife around the outer ring to loosen the cake. Bake 30 to 40 minutes until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.Fold in gently and pour the cake batter into the prepared springform pan, leveling the top. In another bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, and cocoa.Gently fold into stiffly beaten egg white mixture. In a small bowl, mix egg yolks with water.In a large mixing bowl, beat egg whites, slowly adding sugar and vanilla sugar, until stiff peaks form.

Line the bottom of a 10-inch springform pan with parchment paper and set aside. 4 ounces (113 grams) dark chocolate shavings.3 tablespoons (30 milliliters) kirschwasser (cherry liqueur or cherry brandy), divided, optional.3 tablespoons (39 grams) granulated sugar or to taste, divided.

3 cups (720 milliliters) heavy (whipping) cream, divided.

