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German Chocolate Cake

German Chocolate Cake

This German Chocolate Cake is a deliciously rich and moist dessert, featuring layers of chocolate cake topped with a decadent coconut pecan frosting. Perfect for any occasion, it combines a soft, fluffy cake with a creamy and crunchy topping.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • Flour: 2 cups of all-purpose flour. Provides structure and texture to the cake.
  • Baking Soda: 1 teaspoon. Helps the cake rise and become light.
  • Salt: ½ teaspoon. Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
  • Cocoa Powder: ½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder. Gives the cake a deep chocolate flavor.
  • Sugar: 2 cups of granulated sugar. Adds sweetness and moisture to the cake.
  • Butter: ½ cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter. Adds richness and moisture to the cake.
  • Eggs: 3 large eggs. Provide structure and moisture to the cake.
  • Buttermilk: 1 cup. Makes the cake tender and adds a slight tang.
  • Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons. Enhances flavor and aroma of the cake.
  • Hot Water: 1 cup. Helps dissolve the cocoa powder and smooths the batter.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth, then stir in the hot water (the batter will be thin).
  5. Cook to Perfection: Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  6. Finishing Touches: While the cakes are cooling, make the frosting by combining the evaporated milk, sugar, butter, and egg yolks in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Stir in the vanilla extract, coconut, and pecans.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Once the cakes are completely cool, frost them with the coconut pecan frosting. Serve and enjoy a slice of this delicious cake!

Notes

  • Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • For a sweeter frosting, you can add extra sugar to the coconut pecan mixture.
  • If you prefer a lighter frosting, you can substitute whipped cream for the coconut pecan frosting.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 425
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: German Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Cake, Coconut Pecan Frosting, Dessert Recipe, Cake Recipe