German Chocolate Poke Cake
German chocolate poke cake is a decadent dessert that brings rich chocolate flavor and a delightful coconut-pecan frosting to every celebration. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for birthdays, picnics, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. With its moist layers and irresistible toppings, it’s sure to impress friends and family at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, and water; pour into the prepared dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the cake using the end of a wooden spoon.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the holes and let it soak in.
- For the frosting, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in coconut flakes, pecans, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until bubbly (about 5 minutes).
- Spread frosting over the cooled cake and let set before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in crushed pineapple or rum into the frosting. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.