German Chocolate Poke Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this German Chocolate Poke Cake, a dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with the tropical sweetness of coconut and pecans. Each bite is a dream come true, as the moist cake absorbs sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Topped with a luscious coconut-pecan layer and decadent chocolate ganache, this cake is perfect for any gathering or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings at home. Best of all, it’s easy to prepare, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate cake according to package directions in a 9×13-inch pan. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Poke holes all over the warm cake using the handle of a wooden spoon.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
- Drizzle caramel sauce evenly on top.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and mix in coconut and chopped pecans; spread over the cake.
- Heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, and stir until smooth to create ganache; pour over coconut-pecan layer.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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