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German Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe

German Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the decadent delight of this German Chocolate Poke Cake. Rich cocoa-infused cake soaked in sweet condensed milk and topped with a luscious chocolate frosting, this dessert is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Topping:

  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup chocolate frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Blend in milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Incorporate boiling water: Mix in boiling water until batter is thin; pour into pan.
  5. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Poke holes: Using a wooden spoon handle, poke holes on the cake’s surface.
  7. Prepare topping: Combine condensed milk, coconut, and pecans; pour over cake.
  8. Add frosting: Once cooled, spread chocolate frosting evenly.
  9. Serve: Serve at room temperature or chilled.

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Keywords: German Chocolate Poke Cake, Chocolate Cake, Dessert Recipe