Why this majestic German creation, widely known as Black Forest gâteau, has fallen out of favour since the 1970s is a mystery. Rightly given gâteau status to elevate it beyond any old cake, this decadent chocolate sponge sandwich – layered with cherries and whipped cream – looks delicious, tastes delicious and is duly deserving of a place on today’s dessert menus, as well as our number one spot. It's veritable retro dessert royalty!

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Last updated by Jessica Morris.

Forgotten desserts we wish would return