Description

German Chocolate Poke Cake is a decadent chocolate dessert that’s both indulgent and comforting. A soft chocolate cake base gets “poked” and filled with a luscious coconut-pecan mixture, creating a gooey, rich, and irresistible dessert. Perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, or a weekend treat, this cake combines layers of chocolate, coconut, and nuts with a soft texture that melts in your mouth. Serve it warm, with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for a dessert that always impresses.

Ingredients

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Chocolate cake mix (or homemade equivalent)
Eggs, oil, water/milk (as per cake instructions)
1 can evaporated milk
1 cup sugar
3 egg yolks
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
Whipped cream (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven and prepare baking pan.
Mix cake batter and bake according to instructions.
Poke holes in the warm cake.
Cook sugar, evaporated milk, egg yolks, and butter until thickened.
Stir in coconut and pecans, pour over cake holes.
Let cool, top with whipped cream or extra nuts if desired.

Notes

Toast coconut and pecans for richer flavor. Serve warm for best experience.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 12
Calories: 380
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 85mg