German Chocolate Cake 🥮🍫
Rich, moist, and layered with sweet coconut-pecan frosting — this German Chocolate Cake is a true showstopper! Every bite delivers deep chocolate flavor paired with that signature gooey, nutty topping everyone loves.
Ingredients:
For the cake: 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water, 4 oz (115 g) sweet German chocolate (chopped), 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp salt, 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter (softened), 2 cups (400 g) sugar, 4 large eggs (separated), 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk.
For the frosting: 1 cup (240 ml) evaporated milk, 1 cup (200 g) sugar, 3 large egg yolks, ½ cup (115 g) butter, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1½ cups (120 g) sweetened shredded coconut, 1 cup (100 g) chopped pecans.
How to Make:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pans. Pour boiling water over chopped chocolate and stir until melted; cool slightly. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter