Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making this Irresistible German Chocolate Poke Cake Decadent Easy Recipe. This cake brings together rich chocolate flavors, complemented by the sweetness of coconut and the crunch of pecans, creating a dessert that is both visually stunning and utterly delicious. Perfect for celebrations or simply as a sweet treat at home, this poke cake is designed to impress with its moist texture and creamy frosting. The simplicity of preparation ensures that even novice bakers can achieve impressive results. Chill before serving for a refreshing dessert that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can (14 oz) of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for at least 20 minutes before using a wooden spoon handle to poke holes throughout the top.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake to fill the holes.
- For the frosting, heat evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter in a saucepan until thickened. Stir in coconut and pecans before spreading over the cooled cake.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 363
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 175mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 61mg