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German Chocolate Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting: Best Recipe

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A rich and decadent classic German Chocolate Cake featuring a light, cocoa-infused sponge layered with a gooey, buttery coconut and pecan frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 4 oz. German sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 3 large egg yolks, beaten (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (for frosting)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Melt chopped chocolate in boiling water; let sit for 10 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  3. Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
  4. Beat in egg yolks one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
  5. Alternately add buttermilk and flour mixture (flour, baking soda, salt), beginning and ending with flour.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites to stiff peaks; fold gently into the batter.
  7. Fold in the melted chocolate mixture.
  8. Divide batter into pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool completely.
  9. For frosting: Combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and egg yolks in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until thickened (10-12 minutes).
  10. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool to room temperature.
  11. Assemble by layering cake and frosting, finishing with the top and sides.

Notes

  • Ensure egg whites are beaten in a clean bowl to achieve maximum volume.
  • If the frosting is too runny, let it cool longer to thicken before assembly.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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Keywords: German Chocolate Cake, Coconut Pecan Frosting, Homemade Cake Recipe, Southern Desserts

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