Rich German Chocolate Cake with Toasted Coconut-Pecan Frosting

Rich German Chocolate Cake with Toasted Coconut-Pecan Frosting

chefmelt.com

Whip up this rich German Chocolate Cake, complete with moist chocolate layers and toasted coconut-pecan frosting. A must-try for unforgettable celebrations.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temp
  • 2 large eggs at room temp
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, chopped up
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups (130g) sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup (240ml) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup (120g) pecans, roughly chopped

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