Description
Indulging in a slice of German Chocolate Cake is like taking a little taste of heaven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup boiling water
- 4 oz German sweet chocolate (chopped)
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Mixture: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, pour boiling water over the chopped German sweet chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth, then set it aside to cool slightly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure an even distribution of the rising agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Chocolate: Add the eggs one at a time, making sure to beat well after each addition. Then, add the cooled chocolate, mixing until thoroughly blended.
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Buttermilk: Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare the Frosting: Combine the evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter in a saucepan. Cook while stirring until thickened, about 10-12 minutes, then stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
- Assemble the Cake: Once cooled, layer the cake with frosting in between the layers and use the remaining frosting to cover the top.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of coconut and pecans in the frosting to suit your taste. This cake can be made a day in advance, as the flavors deepen overnight, making it even more delicious!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Protein: 6 g