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German Chocolate Cake

This German Chocolate Cake is a delicious treat featuring moist chocolate layers and a creamy coconut-pecan frosting. Ideal for celebrations or a sweet indulgence at home.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 3 tbsp instant coffee
  • 1 1/4 cup milk
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp coconut extract (optional)
  • 3 cups coconut flakes, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 2 cups unsalted butter
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (melted)
  • 3 cups confectioner’s sugar
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup cream
  • 1 cup water (for optional syrup)
  • 1/2 cup sugar (for optional syrup)
  • 2 tsp coconut extract (for optional syrup)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare baking pans with parchment paper.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Incorporate eggs and vanilla, then mix until creamy.
  • Dissolve coffee in hot water and add to the batter along with melted chocolate.
  • Mix dry ingredients separately and combine into wet batter without over-mixing.
  • Divide batter into pans and bake for 30 minutes, then cool.
  • Toast coconut in a pan until golden, reserving some for garnish.
  • Make custard with butter, evaporated milk, egg yolks, and sugars, then thicken on medium heat.
  • Cool the filling with added extracts, coconut, and pecans.
  • Whisk softened butter for buttercream until fluffy, add melted chocolate and other ingredients.
  • Assemble the cake by layering with filling, frost, chill, and add ganache.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
Avoid over-mixing the batter to maintain a light texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container to prevent drying out.

  • Author: Rachael
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 38
  • Sodium: 250
  • Fat: 24
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 53
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 70