Description
A rich and delightful dessert featuring layers of moist chocolate cake topped with a creamy coconut and pecan mixture, finished with smooth chocolate frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the chocolate cake mix instructions, usually at 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9×13 inch cake pan by greasing and dusting with flour.
- Mix the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Poke holes throughout the cake once cooled for 10 minutes, using a wooden spoon handle.
- Combine evaporated milk, granulated sugar, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans in a saucepan; cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until thick.
- Pour the coconut-pecan topping over the warm cake.
- Cool the cake completely, then spread with chocolate frosting.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve with optional whipped cream or fresh fruits.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality ingredients. You can use walnuts or skip nuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: German chocolate cake, poke cake, dessert, chocolate, coconut, pecan