Homemade German Chocolate Cake

A Homemade German Chocolate Cake is a classic and indulgent dessert, known for its rich chocolate layers and a decadent coconut-pecan frosting. Here’s how to make this showstopper from scratch:

Ingredients

Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Optional Chocolate Frosting (for sides):

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

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Instructions