This German Chocolate Poke Cake is a true indulgence, packed with rich caramel, toasted pecans, and sweet coconut, all atop a moist, decadent chocolate cake. It’s the perfect treat to bring some festive sweetness to your holiday spread!
Ingredients:
- 1 box of German chocolate cake mix
- 1 1/2 cups of water
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of caramel sauce
- 1 cup of chopped pecans
- 1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup of butter, softened
- 4 cups of powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup of milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat until smooth and well-combined.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cake.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and 1/2 cup of caramel sauce. Whisk until smooth.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes in the cake about 1-inch apart.
- Pour the caramel sauce mixture evenly over the cake, making sure the holes absorb it.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and the remaining caramel sauce, mixing until smooth.
- Fold in the chopped pecans and shredded coconut.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cake, covering it completely.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Enjoy your rich, creamy German Chocolate Poke Cake!
This cake is perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holidays. Its decadent layers and sweet, nutty topping will make it a cherished favorite at any celebration!
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This German Chocolate Poke Cake is a true indulgence, packed with rich caramel, toasted pecans, and sweet coconut, all atop a moist, decadent chocolate cake. It’s the perfect treat to bring some festive sweetness to your holiday spread!
Ingredients
- 1 box of German chocolate cake mix
- 1 1/2 cups of water
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of caramel sauce
- 1 cup of chopped pecans
- 1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup of butter, softened
- 4 cups of powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup of milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat until smooth and well-combined.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cake.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and 1/2 cup of caramel sauce. Whisk until smooth.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes in the cake about 1-inch apart.
- Pour the caramel sauce mixture evenly over the cake, making sure the holes absorb it.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and the remaining caramel sauce, mixing until smooth.
- Fold in the chopped pecans and shredded coconut.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cake, covering it completely.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Enjoy your rich, creamy German Chocolate Poke Cake!
Notes
This cake is perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holidays. Its decadent layers and sweet, nutty topping will make it a cherished favorite at any celebration!