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German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 to 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German-American

Description

This German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake is a deliciously moist rolled cake filled with a rich coconut-pecan filling and topped with fluffy whipped cream and optional chocolate drizzle. The cake combines the classic flavors of German chocolate cake with a luscious coconut and pecan custard filling, making it perfect for special occasions or indulgent desserts.

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) German chocolate cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (if not using cake mix)

Filling

  • 1 ½ cups shredded sweetened coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Frosting

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzling, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
  2. Mix the batter: In a bowl, whisk together the German chocolate cake mix (or cocoa powder if not using the mix), eggs, water, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  3. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is done.
  4. Cool the cake initially: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Meanwhile, place a clean kitchen towel on the countertop and sprinkle it generously with powdered sugar to prevent sticking during the rolling process.
  5. Roll the cake: Carefully invert the warm cake onto the sugared towel and gently peel off the parchment paper. Starting from one short side, roll the cake tightly with the towel inside. Allow the rolled cake to cool completely in this shape.
  6. Prepare the filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the evaporated milk, granulated sugar, butter, egg yolks, and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly to avoid curdling, cooking until the mixture thickens, about 8-10 minutes.
  7. Mix in coconut and pecans: Remove the thickened filling from heat, then stir in the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  8. Assemble the cake: Once the cake has fully cooled, carefully unroll it. Spread the coconut-pecan filling evenly across the entire surface of the cake.
  9. Re-roll the cake: Roll the cake back up gently, this time without the towel, creating a neat log shape with the filling inside.
  10. Prepare the frosting: In a bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, creating a light and fluffy frosting.
  11. Frost the cake: Frost the outside of the rolled cake evenly with the whipped cream. For an extra touch, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and drizzle them over the top as desired.
  12. Serve: Slice the cake into 8-8 servings and serve immediately, enjoying the rich layers of coconut, pecans, and creamy frosting.

Notes

  • Be sure to sprinkle powdered sugar on the towel to prevent the cake from sticking during rolling.
  • Stir the filling constantly while cooking to prevent eggs from curdling.
  • You can omit the semi-sweet chocolate drizzle if preferred for a less sweet finish.
  • Use sweetened shredded coconut to keep the traditional taste of German chocolate cake filling.
  • Let the cake cool completely after rolling the first time to avoid cracking.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/german-chocolate-coconut-pecan-roll-cake-recipe/