Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of our German Chocolate Poke Cake, a sweet sensation that combines moist chocolate cake with a luscious coconut-pecan filling and silky chocolate ganache. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is as visually stunning as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you can create an impressive dessert that will wow your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this easy recipe ticks all the boxes for a rich, decadent experience.
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 the package directions and bake in a 9×13-inch pan. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Poke holes all over the warm cake using the handle of a wooden spoon.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
- Drizzle caramel sauce evenly on top.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in coconut and chopped pecans until warmed through; spread over the cake.
- Heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour it over chocolate chips; let sit for 2–3 minutes, then stir until smooth to make ganache.
- Spread ganache over the coconut-pecan layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Customize toppings with different nuts or seasonal fruits. For added indulgence, serve with whipped cream or ice cream.