Are you craving a rich and decadent dessert that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight? Look no further than this Homemade German Chocolate Cake recipe. In this article, we will walk you through the process of creating this delectable treat step by step. From the moist chocolate cake layers to the luscious coconut and pecan frosting, every bite is a heavenly experience. But before we dive into the recipe, let’s take a closer look at the ingredients you’ll need.
- Ingredients:
- For the Chocolate Cake
- INGREDIENT QUANTITY
- Granulated Sugar 2 cups
- All-Purpose Flour 1-3/4 cups
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder 3/4 cup
- Baking Powder 1 1/2 tsp
- Baking Soda 1 1/2 tsp
- Salt 1 tsp
- Large Eggs 2
- Buttermilk 1 cup
- Oil (Vegetable or Canola) 1/2 cup
- Vanilla Extract 2 tsp
- Boiling Water 1 cup
- For Coconut and Pecan Frosting
- INGREDIENT QUANTITY
- Light Brown Sugar 1/2 cup
- Granulated Sugar 1/2 cup
- Butter 1/2 cup
- Large Egg Yolks 3
- Evaporated Milk 3/4 cup
- Vanilla Extract 1 tbsp
- Chopped Pecans 1 cup
- Shredded Sweetened Coconut 1 cup
- For the Chocolate Frosting
- INGREDIENT QUANTITY
- Butter 1/2 cup
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder 2/3 cup
- Powdered Sugar 3 cups
- Evaporated Milk 1/3 cup
- Vanilla Extract 1 tsp
Instructions:
Now that you have all the ingredients ready, let’s get started with the step-by-step instructions for making this irresistible Homemade German Chocolate Cake.