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German Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This German Chocolate Poke Cake is a rich and moist dessert featuring a classic German chocolate cake base enhanced with pockets of sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce. Topped with a luscious layer of shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and whipped topping, and optionally sprinkled with mini chocolate chips, this cake is a perfect blend of textures and flavors ideal for any celebration or party.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 box German chocolate cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as directed on the box)

Filling and Topping

  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 (8-ounce) tub whipped topping, thawed
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake: Follow the package instructions to prepare the German chocolate cake batter. Pour it into a 9×13-inch baking dish and bake as directed, typically around 30 minutes.
  2. Cool Slightly and Poke Holes: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Then, using the handle of a wooden spoon, gently poke holes all over the warm cake to create spaces for the fillings to seep in.
  3. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Slowly pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes to add richness and moisture.
  4. Add Caramel Sauce: Next, pour the caramel sauce over the cake and gently spread it to cover the entire surface, filling the holes further and adding a luscious caramel flavor.
  5. Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool completely to room temperature to set the fillings properly.
  6. Prepare Topping: In a bowl, mix together the shredded coconut and chopped pecans evenly.
  7. Assemble the Cake: Sprinkle the coconut pecan mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
  8. Add Whipped Topping: Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the coconut and pecans to create a creamy layer.
  9. Optional Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top for extra texture and chocolate flavor.
  10. Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to firm up.

Notes

  • For enhanced flavor and texture, toast the pecans and shredded coconut lightly before adding them to the cake.
  • To make the cake even more indulgent, consider drizzling additional caramel or chocolate sauce over the top before serving.

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