german chocolate cake
German Chocolate Cake is a rich, layered dessert known for its decadent chocolate flavor and a signature coconut-pecan frosting. Interestingly, despite its name, this cake isn’t from Germany; it’s named after Samuel German, an American who developed a type of dark baking chocolate in 1852. Here’s a quick overview of the components:
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Ingredients
Cake:
- All-purpose flour
- Cocoa powder
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Butter
- Buttermilk
- Baking soda and baking powder
- Vanilla extract
- Sweet baking chocolate (often the “German’s” brand)
Frosting:
- Evaporated milk
- Granulated sugar
- Egg yolks
- Butter
- Vanilla extract
- Sweetened shredded coconut
- Chopped pecans
Steps to Make
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Melt the sweet baking chocolate.
- Cream butter and sugar, then mix in eggs and vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients and alternately mix them with buttermilk into the batter.
- Fold in melted chocolate.
- Bake:
- Divide the batter into three round cake pans and bake until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes completely.
- Make the Frosting:
- Cook evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter until thickened.
- Stir in coconut, pecans, and vanilla, then let it cool.
- Assemble:
- Layer the cakes with the frosting in between and on top. Optionally, frost the sides with chocolate buttercream for extra decadence.
Let me know if you’d like a full recipe or tips for baking this classic treat! 🍫🥥
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