German Chocolate Poke Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of making a German Chocolate Poke Cake, a dessert that combines rich chocolate flavors with creamy toppings for an unforgettable treat. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknights to festive gatherings, bringing smiles to faces with its decadent layers. The magic lies in the simplicity of its preparation—just mix, poke, soak, and top!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate cake according to package instructions and bake in a 9×13-inch pan. Cool for about 10 minutes.
- Poke holes all over the cake using the handle of a wooden spoon.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk over the poked cake and let it soak.
- Drizzle caramel sauce on top.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and mix in shredded coconut and chopped pecans; spread this mixture over the cake.
- Heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour over chocolate chips. Stir until smooth to make ganache and spread over the coconut-pecan layer.
- Chill for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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