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german chocolate poke cake

German Chocolate Poke Cake: 7 Reasons You’ll Adore This Treat

A moist chocolate cake with a rich coconut pecan frosting.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions.
  3. Bake in a 9×13 inch pan for 30-35 minutes.
  4. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes.
  5. Poke holes in the cake with a fork.
  6. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake.
  7. In a bowl, mix coconut and pecans together.
  8. Spread the coconut-pecan mixture over the cake.
  9. Whip cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  10. Spread whipped cream over the coconut layer.
  11. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • Allow the cake to chill for best flavor.
  • Use toasted pecans for extra flavor.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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