Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9-inch (22 cm) cake pan with parchment paper.
Melt the dark chocolate over a double boiler, then let it cool slightly.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolks one at a time, then stir in the melted chocolate.
Whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gently fold into the chocolate mixture.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely in the pan.
Slice the cake in half horizontally. Fill with whipped heavy cream and the pitted cherries.
Coat the top and sides of the cake with melted chocolate, then garnish with fresh or maraschino cherries.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
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