✨ Introduction
This rich cake 🍫 features layers of moist chocolate sponge, filled and topped with a luscious coconut-pecan frosting 🥥🌰. A beloved dessert for celebrations and indulgent moments. ❤️
🧂 Ingredients
- 🍫 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🍬 2 cups granulated sugar
- 🧈 1 cup vegetable oil
- 🥄 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 🍫 ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 🥚 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 🧂 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 🧂 Pinch of salt
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- ☕ 1 cup hot coffee (or hot water)
- 🥥 1 cup shredded coconut
- 🌰 1 cup chopped pecans
- 🥛 1 can evaporated milk (12 oz / 354 mL)
👩🍳 Instructions
- 🔥 Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 🥣 In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 🥄 Add eggs, oil, vanilla, and hot coffee. Mix until smooth and pour into pans.
- 🍰 Bake for 30–35 minutes. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
- 🥥 In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, coconut, and pecans. Cook over medium heat until thickened (about 10 minutes), stirring constantly.
- 🍫 Spread coconut-pecan mixture between cake layers and on top. Optional: drizzle with melted chocolate.
- 🌬️ Chill for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
🔄 Methods
- Make cupcakes instead of a full cake 🧁.
- Add a layer of chocolate ganache for extra richness 🍫.
- Use walnuts instead of pecans for a different crunch 🌰.
- Toast the coconut for deeper flavor 🥥.
📚 History
Despite its name, German Chocolate Cake is American 🇺🇸—named after Samuel German, who developed a type of baking chocolate in 1852. The cake became popular in the 1950s.
💪 Benefits
- 🍫 Deep chocolate flavor
- 🥥 Coconut adds texture and nutrients
- 🌰 Pecans provide healthy fats and crunch
- 🍰 A satisfying dessert for any occasion
🎨 Formation
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream 🍦. Garnish with extra pecans or coconut flakes for a festive touch.
✅ Conclusion
German Chocolate Cake is a decadent, layered treat that combines rich chocolate with creamy coconut-pecan goodness. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you crave indulgence. 🎉
❤️ Lovers
- 🍫 Chocolate fans
- 🥥 Coconut lovers
- 👨👩👧👦 Families
- 🧑🍳 Home bakers
- 🎉 Celebration hosts