Description
German chocolate cake is a decadent dessert featuring rich chocolate layers complemented by a sweet coconut-pecan frosting. This delightful cake brings joy to any occasion, from birthdays to casual gatherings, making every bite a celebration. With its charming presentation and irresistible flavor, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- Cream softened butter until fluffy; gradually add sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually stir in buttermilk until well mixed.
- Divide the batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by heating coconut flakes, pecans, evaporated milk, egg yolks, sugar, and butter in a saucepan until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Once cakes are cool, layer with frosting and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg