
Treat yourself to this decadent German Chocolate Cake, featuring tender, ultra-moist chocolate layers, a rich coconut-pecan filling, and a silky smooth chocolate glaze. It’s the perfect dessert for celebrations or any time you want to impress your taste buds!
For a refreshing tropical option, check out our Cold Coconut Cake at tinsuf.com — a delightful partner to this indulgent treat.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups granulated sugar
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¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 tsp baking soda
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1 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp salt
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1 cup buttermilk
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½ cup vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup hot coffee or hot water
For the Coconut-Pecan Filling:
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1 cup evaporated milk
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1 cup granulated sugar
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3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
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½ cup unsalted butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
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1 cup chopped pecans
For the Chocolate Glaze (optional):
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½ cup heavy cream
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4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
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1 tbsp butter