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German Chocolate Poke Cake

German Chocolate Poke Cake


  • Author: Savannah
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Contains nuts

Description

German Chocolate Poke Cake is a decadent, moist chocolate dessert featuring a rich chocolate cake base infused with a gooey coconut-pecan filling. Perfectly combining textures and flavors, it offers a luscious treat that melts in your mouth, ideal for any occasion from casual gatherings to special celebrations.


Ingredients

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Chocolate Cake Base

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box, such as eggs, oil, and water)

Coconut-Pecan Filling

  • 1 can (12 fl oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Bake the Chocolate Cake: Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions, including all required ingredients like eggs and oil. Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool slightly.
  2. Poke Holes in the Cake: While the cake is warm but not hot, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer to poke evenly spaced holes all over the cake surface to allow the filling to seep in later and make every bite rich and flavorful.
  3. Prepare the Coconut-Pecan Filling: In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, granulated sugar, egg yolks, butter, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Continue stirring until it thickens and turns golden and creamy.
  4. Pour Filling Over the Cake: Slowly pour the warm coconut-pecan filling over the poked cake, allowing it to seep through the holes and soak deeply into the cake for that signature gooey texture.
  5. Chill and Serve: Let the cake cool to room temperature before refrigerating it for at least two hours. This chilling step helps the filling set and meld perfectly with the cake layers. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate cake mix and fresh pecans for the best flavor.
  • Don’t skip poking holes; it ensures even absorption of the filling for rich flavor in every bite.
  • Stir the filling constantly to avoid burning or sticking while it thickens.
  • Pour the filling while the cake is warm to allow better absorption.
  • Chill the cake well for clean slices and optimal texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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