German Chocolate Cake Recipe

German Chocolate Cake Recipe

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German Chocolate Cake is a decadent dessert featuring layers of moist chocolate cake filled and frosted with a rich, caramel-like frosting made with coconut and pecans. This cake is known for its unique combination of flavors and textures, making it a favorite for special occasions and celebrations.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package (4 ounces) sweet baking chocolate
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate in boiling water, stirring until smooth. Let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition.
  5. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. For the frosting, combine the evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the coconut and pecans. Cool until thick enough to spread.
  8. Spread the frosting between the layers and over the top and sides of the cake.

Serve: This cake serves 12-16 people.

Calories: Approximately 600 calories per serving.

Enjoy your baking! If you have any other requests or need more recipes, feel free to ask.

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