German Chocolate Poke Cake: The Indulgent Family Favorite
German Chocolate Poke Cake is a deliciously indulgent dessert that combines rich chocolate flavors with a creamy coconut-pecan frosting. Perfect for family gatherings or a sweet treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Once done, let the cake cool for 10 minutes before poking holes all over the surface using a fork.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk with the shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Pour this mixture over the top of the cake.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form and spread over the top of the chilled cake.
Notes
- For best results, refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: German Chocolate Poke Cake, dessert, chocolate cake