Quick And Easy German Chocolate Cake Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably delicious German Chocolate Cake without spending hours in the kitchen! This quick and easy recipe delivers moist, rich layers of chocolate cake topped with a luscious coconut-pecan frosting. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any day you deserve a decadent treat. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 63 mins
Calories 2935.4 kcal
Protein 79g
Rating 4.2 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Quick And Easy German Chocolate Cake

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How to Make Quick And Easy German Chocolate Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt pan. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  5. Mix in the boiling water until batter is smooth.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  7. Bake for 48-52 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 20 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, combine the powdered sugar, butter, evaporated milk, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
  10. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  11. Stir in the coconut and pecans.
  12. Once the cake is completely cool, frost generously and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

147 g

Sugar

1029g

Fat

153g

Carbs

138g

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