German Chocolate Cake Recipe

We All Love it!

German chocolate cake is a decadent chocolate cake recipe that has captured the hearts of many. This iconic dessert is the perfect cake recipe for all chocolate and coconut lovers (the entire fam). We love this cake so much because of the flavors, but especially because of the coconut pecan filling that adds a touch of tropical sweetness. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a sweet treat, German chocolate cake is sure to satisfy your cravings. It’s right up there with our Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe and Coconut Cake recipe.

Ingredients

PREP TIME: 10 minutes
BAKE TIME: 40 minutes
FROST TIME: 10 minutes

Cake

2 cups all-purpose flour – How to Measure Flour 2 cups granulated sugar ¾ cup cocoa powder – natural unsweetened cocoa powder or Dutch-processed 2 teaspoons baking powder 1½ teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk – or How to Make Buttermilk 2 large eggs – room temperature eggs incorporate the best 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ cup vegetable oil 1 cup boiling water

Frosting

1 cup evaporated milk – NOT sweetened condensed milk 3 egg yolks – How to Separate Egg Whites 1 cup granulated sugar ½ cup butter – unsalted butter ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1½ cups sweetened flaked coconut 1 cup chopped pecans