1 pkg. German chocolate cake mix
2 cans red sour pitted cherries in water
3 1/2 pt. whipping cream
6 tbsp. powdered sugar
8 tbsp. Kirschwasser or cherry brandy
3 packets Dr. Octker Whip It
2 tbsp. cornstarch

Bake cake mix according to directions and allow to cool for 4 hours or overnight. Slice cake in half to make two layers. Drain the cherries, saving the liquid. Mix 2 tablespoons cherry liquid with 2 tablespoons cherry brandy and sprinkle over bottom layer. Take 2 tablespoons liquid and add cornstarch to make a paste. Add remaining liquid and heat slowly stirring constantly until it thickens. Spread this mixture on bottom layer, then press cherries onto the mixture. Pat gently to make a smooth, even surface.

In large bowl beat whipping cream, 6 tablespoons cherry brandy, and 6 tablespoons powdered sugar. Before mixture stiffens, add the Whip It. Spread some cream over the cherries and then place top layer evenly on top. Ice top and sides with cream. Decorate as desired. Refrigerate and serve.