Upside Down German Chocolate Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Upside-Down German Chocolate Cake! This scratch-made recipe from Taste of Home delivers a stunning visual and unforgettable taste. While it requires a bit more time, the result is a show-stopping dessert perfect for special occasions or simply treating yourself. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 489 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Upside Down German Chocolate Cake

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How to Make Upside Down German Chocolate Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, and pecans. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the coconut, flour, and powdered sugar. Stir into the batter until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter over the pecan mixture in the prepared pan. Spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
  10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

177g

Fat

64g

Carbs

21g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Upside Down German Chocolate Cake?

Upside Down German Chocolate Cake takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Upside Down German Chocolate Cake?

Upside Down German Chocolate Cake has approximately 489 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 38 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Upside Down German Chocolate Cake?

The key ingredients for Upside Down German Chocolate Cake are Brown Sugar, Butter, Pecan Halves, Flaked Coconut, Evaporated Milk, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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