German Chocolate Poke Cake
A rich and indulgent German Chocolate Poke Cake filled with sweetened condensed milk, caramel sauce, chocolate chips, coconut, and pecans, then topped with drizzled chocolate and caramel frosting. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or a decadent dessert treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box German chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients per package instructions)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup chocolate frosting
- ½ cup caramel frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the cake batter according to the package instructions and bake until done.
- Cool the cake slightly, then use a wooden spoon handle to poke holes evenly across the surface.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk over the cake, followed by the caramel sauce. Let it soak in.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans on top.
- Warm the chocolate and caramel frosting until pourable, then drizzle over the cake.
- Let the cake rest for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a richer taste, substitute dulce de leche for caramel sauce.
- Toasting the pecans and coconut enhances their flavors.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Find it online: https://grammyrecipes.com/german-chocolate-poke-cake/