German Chocolate Poke Cake
German Chocolate Poke Cake is a decadent dessert that combines moist chocolate cake with a creamy coconut and pecan frosting. With its rich flavors and delightful texture, this poke cake is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to casual weeknight treats. Each slice offers a burst of chocolate goodness complemented by the sweet crunch of toasted pecans, making it an irresistible choice for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) German chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a rectangular baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, eggs, and water until smooth. Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes throughout with a wooden spoon handle.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk over the warm cake and let it soak in as it cools completely.
- In a bowl, combine coconut flakes and chopped pecans with heavy cream until mixed. Spread over the cooled cake.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg