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🍫 German Chocolate Cake: A Timeless Classic of Rich Chocolate and Coconut-Pecan Perfection
When it comes to decadent desserts that truly impress, German Chocolate Cake holds a special place at the top. With its deeply rich chocolate cake layers, signature coconut-pecan frosting, and perfectly balanced sweetness, it’s no wonder this classic has been beloved for generations.
Despite what the name may suggest, German Chocolate Cake isn’t actually from Germany — it’s named after Samuel German, an American chocolatier who developed a type of dark baking chocolate in the 1850s. The cake that bears his name first appeared in the 1950s and quickly became a staple at birthdays, holidays, and family gatherings across the U.S.
Why You’ll Love This Cake
- Moist and rich chocolate layers that melt in your mouth
- Unique frosting made with coconut, pecans, and sweetened condensed milk — no buttercream needed!
- Perfect for special occasions but easy enough for experienced home bakers
- Crowd-pleaser that never goes out of style
This is a cake that doesn’t just satisfy a sweet tooth — it makes memories.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
For the chocolate cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup hot water or hot coffee
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the coconut-pecan frosting:
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar or light brown sugar
- 3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
How to Make German Chocolate Cake:
1. Make the cake layers
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans or two 9-inch pans. In a large bowl, whisk dry ingredients together. Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until combined. Stir in hot water or coffee. Batter will be thin — that’s normal!
Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
