German Chocolate Cake: Indulgent Bliss You Can Make at Home
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of homemade German Chocolate Cake, a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add in the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla, and mix until well combined.
- Slowly stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between greased cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let the cakes cool before adding the frosting.
Notes
- For an extra touch, try adding chocolate chips to the batter.
- Make sure your eggs are at room temperature for better mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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