Description
This White German Chocolate Cake is a delicious twist on the classic, featuring a fluffy white cake topped with a rich, coconut-pecan frosting. Perfect for any celebration, it’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cake:
- 1 package of white cake mix
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg whites, and vanilla extract. Use a mixer to beat until smooth and well blended.
Pour the batter evenly into the two prepared pans. - Bake the Cake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. - Make the Coconut-Pecan Frosting: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the sugar, evaporated milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Stir constantly and cook for 10-12 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns a golden brown.
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Let the frosting cool slightly. - Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are cooled, place one layer on a serving platter.
Spread the coconut-pecan frosting generously on top, then place the second cake layer on top.
Continue to frost the entire cake, ensuring the top and sides are evenly covered. - Serve: Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can refrigerate the frosting for a bit if it’s too runny before frosting the cake.
- For a stronger coconut flavor, you can toast the coconut before adding it to the frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg