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German Chocolate Cake

This delightful German Chocolate Cake features rich chocolate layers and creamy nutty frosting, perfect for celebrations and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for the best texture.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Must be fresh for maximum flavor.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs Can be substituted with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup whole milk Can be substituted with plant-based milk.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and dusting them with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix on medium speed until well blended.
  3. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla; beat for 2 minutes until combined.
  4. Carefully stir in boiling water; the batter will be thin, but that’s perfect. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Frosting
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix condensed milk, butter, coconut, and pecans. Stir for about 10 minutes until thickened.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a platter, spreading frosting over it, adding the second layer, and frosting the top and sides.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and ensure your cocoa powder is gluten-free. To make this cake even richer, consider adding heavy cream to the frosting for a creamier texture.