Name: German Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 50 min
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: ¾ cup unsalted butter , at room temperature, plus more for the pans; 8 ounces baker's german's sweet chocolate bar , finely chopped; 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; ¼ cup dutch process cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon fine sea salt; 2 cups granulated sugar; 3 large eggs , at room temperature; 1 large egg yolk , at room temperature; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1 cup buttermilk; 3 egg yolks; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ½ cup unsalted butter; 2 cups shredded sweetened coconut; ½ cup chopped pecans

Description

Enjoy the delightful taste of German Chocolate Cake, a perfect blend of rich chocolate, coconut, and pecans. This simple recipe combines key ingredients for a moist and flavorful dessert, making it a fantastic choice for any celebration or just a sweet treat at home.

Ingredients

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¾ cup unsalted butter , at room temperature, plus more for the pans
8 ounces baker's german's sweet chocolate bar , finely chopped
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup dutch process cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs , at room temperature
1 large egg yolk , at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
3 egg yolks
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ cup unsalted butter
2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
½ cup chopped pecans

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350° F. Butter three 8-inch baking pans and line them with parchment paper.
Melt 8 ounces of finely chopped German’s chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, stirring occasionally. Once melted, remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups flour, ¼ cup cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
In a large bowl, cream ¾ cup butter with 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add 2 large eggs and 1 egg yolk one at a time, mixing well. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
Gradually mix in 1 cup buttermilk and the flour mixture into the butter mixture, alternating, then fold in the melted chocolate.
Divide the batter equally among the prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to cooling racks and removing the parchment.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
Let the cakes cool completely before frosting for best texture.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 85mg