Classic German Chocolate Cake – The Best Rich & Gooey Layered Dessert
Classic German Chocolate Cake is a delightful layered dessert that combines rich chocolate cake with a luscious coconut-pecan frosting. Each slice offers a balance of flavors, making it perfect for celebrations or cozy evenings at home. The moist layers and decadent frosting create a memorable experience that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup coconut flakes (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and dust three round baking pans with cocoa powder.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, melted butter, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and water until blended.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; do not over-mix.
- Pour batter into pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes on wire racks. For frosting, heat condensed milk, coconut flakes, and pecans in a saucepan until thickened.
- Layer cooled cakes with frosting and top generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg