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German Chocolate Poke Cake: A Decadent Delight to Try!

A rich and moist German Chocolate Poke Cake filled with a delicious coconut and pecan mixture, topped with chocolate frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Mix well.
  3. Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined.
  4. Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth (the batter will be thin). Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  6. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the top of the cake.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk with the shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Pour this mixture over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes.
  8. Let the cake cool completely, then spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top.
  9. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to the batter.
  • You can substitute the pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different nutty taste.

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