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German Chocolate Poke Cake

A delightful blend of rich chocolate flavor and gooey coconut-pecan topping, perfect for celebrations or rewarding yourself after a long day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box German chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
For the Topping
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup chocolate frosting

Method
 

Bake the Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well blended and smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Poke, Poke, Poke!
  1. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
  2. Use a fork to poke holes all over the top of the cake.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, coconut, and pecans over medium heat. Stir until it’s heated through and well-mixed.
  4. Pour this mixture all over your cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
Frost it Up
  1. Let the cake cool completely.
  2. Spread the chocolate frosting over the top.

Notes

Get creative by swapping out pecans for walnuts or trying a different frosting. This cake tastes better the next day, and can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.