German Chocolate Poke Cake
Experience the ultimate dessert delight with this German chocolate poke cake, a luscious blend of rich chocolate, sweet coconut, and crunchy pecans. Each slice is infused with creamy goodness and topped with decadent frosting, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy family gathering, this cake is sure to impress and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1 (16 oz) container chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven as per the cake mix package instructions. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the German chocolate cake mix according to package directions using warm water and eggs.
- Pour the batter into the greased dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled slightly, poke holes all over the top of the cake with a wooden spoon handle.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the warm cake; let soak for about 10 minutes.
- Mix coconut flakes and chopped pecans in a bowl, then sprinkle over the soaked cake.
- Frost with chocolate frosting once everything has settled. Chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For added richness, let the cake sit overnight before serving to deepen flavors. - Feel free to customize toppings with whipped cream or fresh fruit for extra flair.