Description
This German Chocolate Cake recipe is a chocolate lover's dream, featuring moist chocolate cake layers filled and topped with a gooey coconut-pecan frosting. Perfectly balanced with the richness of chocolate and the sweetness of coconut, this cake makes any occasion extra special. An all-time favorite for chocolate enthusiasts and ideal for holidays or celebrations!
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Coconut-Pecan Frosting:
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks, beaten
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth. Stir in boiling water until batter is thin.
- Divide batter evenly among pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Make the Frosting: In a medium saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10-12 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool until spreadable.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a plate, spread a portion of frosting on top. Repeat with remaining layers, spreading frosting on the top layer as well.
Notes
- For extra richness, drizzle chocolate ganache over the top.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 45 g
- Sodium: 340 mg