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German Chocolate Cake

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Indulge in the rich and decadent experience of German Chocolate Cake, a classic dessert that marries moist chocolate layers with a luscious coconut-pecan frosting. Each slice offers a perfect blend of flavors, creating an irresistible treat ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or any celebration. This cake not only delights the taste buds but also brings back fond memories of family gatherings around the kitchen table. With its stunning appearance and mouthwatering taste, this German Chocolate Cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans with flour.
  2. In one bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, combine cocoa powder with boiling water; let it cool.
  3. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk until just combined. Fold in the cocoa mixture until smooth.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For frosting, whisk heavy cream, sugar, and egg yolks in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened; stir in coconut and pecans.
  7. Allow cakes to cool completely before layering with frosting.

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Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing results. For added flavor variations, consider incorporating espresso powder into the batter or using walnuts instead of pecans in the frosting.

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