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The Best German Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German-American

Description

This irresistible German Chocolate Poke Cake combines a rich chocolate cake base with a luscious caramel and milk filling, topped with whipped cream, toasted coconut, pecans, and a drizzle of chocolate syrup. Perfect for gatherings and celebrations, this easy-to-make dessert offers layers of flavor and texture that will delight any chocolate lover.

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Filling

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup caramel sauce

For the Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped topping
  • 1/2 cup chocolate syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
  2. Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat the ingredients together until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake according to the package instructions, typically for about 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Poke Holes in Cake: After removing the cake from the oven and allowing it to cool slightly, use the back of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the surface of the cake. This creates space for the filling to penetrate.
  5. Prepare and Pour Filling: In a separate bowl, mix together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and caramel sauce until well combined. Pour this mixture slowly over the cake, making sure it seeps into all the holes.
  6. Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool completely to let the filling set and the cake firm up for easier topping application.
  7. Add Toppings: Spread the whipped topping evenly across the cooled cake surface. Then sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped pecans over the whipped topping evenly.
  8. Finish with Chocolate Syrup: Drizzle the chocolate syrup over the top for an extra layer of decadent flavor. Slice and serve your delicious German Chocolate Poke Cake.

Notes

  • You can toast the shredded coconut and pecans lightly in a dry pan to enhance their flavor before topping the cake.
  • Make sure the cake is only slightly warm when poking holes so it doesn’t crumble.
  • For a richer topping, use homemade whipped cream instead of store-bought whipped topping.
  • The cake tastes best if refrigerated for a couple of hours to allow the filling to fully soak in.
  • Use high-quality caramel sauce for the best flavor impact.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/the-best-german-chocolate-poke-cake-recipe/