Irresistible German Chocolate Poke Cake Decadent Easy Recipe
Indulge in the delightful Irresistible German Chocolate Poke Cake, a decadent dessert that combines luscious chocolate, creamy coconut, and crunchy pecans. This easy-to-make poke cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply treating your family on a weekend. With its moist texture and rich flavors, this cake is sure to impress everyone at your gathering!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can (14 oz) of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Optional: chopped nuts for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well blended.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow the cake to cool for at least 20 minutes before poking holes throughout the cake using a wooden spoon handle.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, ensuring it fills all holes.
- For frosting: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter. Stir until thickened; remove from heat and mix in coconut and pecans.
- Spread frosting over the cooled cake and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg