Creating the perfect White Forest Cake is easy if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide Batter: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 15 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Whip Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold in the melted white chocolate.
10. Assemble the Cake: Place one layer of cake on a serving platter. Spread a generous amount of the whipped cream mixture on top, and add a layer of fresh cherries or berries.
11. Add Second Layer: Place the second layer on top and spread more whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake.
12. Decorate: Garnish with remaining fresh fruit and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Following these steps will ensure you create a stunning and delicious White Forest Cake that will wow your guests!