Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this classic Homemade German Chocolate Cake, featuring moist chocolate layers, a coconut-pecan filling, and a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for celebrations or satisfying a sweet tooth!
Ingredients
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- For the Cake:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- For the Coconut-Pecan Filling:
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Make the Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, oil, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and egg.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Make the Coconut-Pecan Filling:
- Combine sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans in a bowl.
- Make the Chocolate Ganache:
- Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers. Remove from heat, add chocolate chips, and stir until smooth.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread coconut-pecan filling on top.
- Add the second cake layer, then pour ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
- Decorate and Serve:
- Decorate with shredded coconut, chopped pecans, or chocolate shavings.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Substitute butter for oil for a richer flavor.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for a spiced twist.
- Try different nuts like walnuts or almonds in the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg