German Chocolate Poke Cake

A German Chocolate Poke Cake is a delicious and indulgent dessert with layers of moist chocolate cake, rich coconut-pecan frosting, and the fun twist of a “poke” method to let the filling soak in. It’s perfect for gatherings or a special treat! Here’s how you can make it:

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 1 box (15.25 oz) of German chocolate cake mix

• Ingredients called for on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, and water)

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

• 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter

• 3 large egg yolks

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups (120g) sweetened shredded coconut

• 1 cup (120g) chopped pecans

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Prepare the German chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions (usually combining the mix with eggs, oil, and water).

3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.

4. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Allow the cake to cool for about 10-15 minutes.

2. Poke the Cake:

• Once the cake has cooled slightly but is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon (or a similar object) to poke holes all over the cake, about 1 inch apart. You want to make sure you poke all the way through to the bottom, but be careful not to tear the cake apart.

3. Make the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, granulated sugar, butter, and egg yolks. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 8-10 minutes). Be patient and keep stirring to avoid curdling the eggs.

2. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, coconut, and pecans. Mix well.

3. Allow the frosting to cool for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly but is still spreadable.

4. Assemble the Cake:

1. Pour the warm coconut-pecan frosting over the cake, making sure it fills the holes you poked earlier. The frosting will seep into the cake, making it even more moist and flavorful.

2. Spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cake.

5. Chill and Serve:

• Allow the cake to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the frosting set and the flavors meld together.

• Slice, serve, and enjoy this indulgent, rich, and moist German Chocolate Poke Cake!

This cake is perfect for those who love a mix of rich chocolate cake and the creamy, nutty goodness of coconut-pecan frosting. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!