HOMEMADE GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE

German Chocolate Cake is a delicious and decadent dessert known for its rich chocolate layers and coconut-pecan frosting. Here’s a homemade recipe for you to enjoy:

Ingredients:

 

 

 

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 cups shredded sweetened coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

For the Chocolate Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay.
5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter over medium heat.
2. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 10-12 minutes.
3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans.
4. Allow the frosting to cool to room temperature.

Assembly:

1. Once the cakes and frosting are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a generous layer of the coconut-pecan frosting over the top.
3. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining coconut-pecan frosting.
4. Optionally, you can garnish the top with additional chopped pecans or coconut.
5. Slice and serve your delicious Homemade German Chocolate Cake!

Enjoy this classic and delightful dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or anytime you crave a decadent chocolate treat.