Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of German Chocolate Pound Cake with Coconut-Pecan Frosting, a delightful dessert that is sure to impress at any gathering. This moist chocolate cake is paired with a luscious coconut-pecan frosting, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or simply as an afternoon treat, this cake promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Easy to prepare and versatile in presentation, it can be served as a whole cake or layered for an impressive display. With its inviting aroma and irresistible taste, every bite will leave your guests wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 120ml vegetable oil
- 2 cups (500g) granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
- 45g unsweetened cocoa powder
- baking soda to taste
- salt to taste
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature
- 4 oz (113g) German sweet chocolate, melted and cooled
- 1 cup (240ml) evaporated milk
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 113g unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt or tube pan (or two loaf pans).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, vegetable oil, and granulated sugar until fluffy (about 4-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Alternate adding the dry mixture with buttermilk to the batter, starting and finishing with flour mixture.
- Stir in melted German chocolate until fully combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and bake for 75-85 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For frosting, whisk evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened (10-12 minutes). Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, generously spread or pour the frosting over the top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg