German Chocolate Poke Cake: A Decadent Delight to Try! Recipe
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this German Chocolate Poke Cake that will surely satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Topping:
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Mix well.
- Add wet ingredients: Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat for 2 minutes until combined.
- Blend in boiling water: Stir in boiling water until smooth. Pour batter into the pan.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes.
- Poke holes: Use a wooden spoon handle to poke holes on the cake.
- Prepare topping: Mix condensed milk with coconut and pecans. Pour over the cake.
- Add frosting: Once cooled, spread chocolate frosting over the cake.
- Serve: Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
- This cake is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add extra chopped pecans on top for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: German Chocolate Poke Cake, Chocolate Cake Recipe, Dessert Recipe, German Cuisine
