Description
German chocolate cake is a decadent delight that combines rich chocolate layers with a unique coconut-pecan frosting. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat any day, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your family and friends. With its moist texture and delightful layers, each bite is a celebration of flavors that evokes warm memories and smiles. Get ready to indulge in this irresistible dessert!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter or cooking spray and dust with flour.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, combine egg yolks, brown sugar, and milk in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened; stir in coconut flakes and pecans.
- Once cakes are cool, spread frosting between layers and on top of the cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg