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German Chocolate Poke Cake

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This German Chocolate Poke Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert with layers of caramel, sweetened condensed milk, and a creamy frosting loaded with pecans and coconut. It’s a perfect blend of chocolate, caramel, and nuts, creating a moist and flavorful cake that’s a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  1. For the Cake:
    • 1 box of German chocolate cake mix
    • 1 1/2 cups of water
    • 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
    • 3 large eggs

    For the Caramel Mixture:

    • 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 cup of caramel sauce

    For the Frosting:

    • 1/2 cup of butter, softened
    • 4 cups of powdered sugar
    • 1/4 cup of milk
    • 1/2 cup of caramel sauce (remaining from earlier)
    • 1 cup of chopped pecans
    • 1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  • Prepare the Cake: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat the mixture until well combined.
  • Bake the Cake: Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Make the Caramel Mixture: While the cake is baking, in a medium bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and 1/2 cup of caramel sauce. Whisk until smooth.
  • Poke the Cake: Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes into the cake at 1-inch intervals.
  • Pour the Caramel Mixture: Pour the caramel mixture over the cake, spreading it evenly to fill the holes.
  • Prepare the Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and remaining 1/2 cup of caramel sauce, mixing until smooth.
  • Add Pecans and Coconut: Fold in the chopped pecans and shredded coconut.
  • Frost the Cake: Spread the frosting evenly over the cake, covering it completely.
  • Chill and Serve: Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving. Enjoy your delicious German Chocolate Poke Cake!

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use homemade caramel sauce instead of store-bought.
  • You can also add extra chopped pecans or coconut on top of the frosting for additional texture.

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