Upgraded German Chocolate Cake

Name: Upgraded German Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1 and 3/4 cups (219g) all-purpose flour(spooned & leveled); 3/4 cup (62g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder; 1 and 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons espresso powder (optional)*; 1/2 cup (120ml) canola or vegetable oil; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 3/4 cup (180g) full fat sour cream, at room temperature; 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, at room temperature*; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1/2 cup (120ml) hot water or coffee*; Coconut Pecan Filling:; 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter; 1 cup (200g) packed light or dark brown sugar; 3 large egg yolks; 1 can (8 ounces; 240ml) evaporated milk; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut; 1 cup (125g) chopped pecans; Frosting:; use this chocolate buttercream for a naked-style cake; use this chocolate buttercream for frosting the top and sides; optional for garnish: extra toasted pecans and sweetened shredded coconut

Prep Time

45m

Cook Time

35m

Total Time

1h 20m

This Upgraded German Chocolate Cake features a rich, moist chocolate cake made with cocoa powder, enhanced with buttermilk and espresso powder. Topped with a decadent coconut pecan filling and chocolate buttercream, this cake is a delightful twist on the classic recipe. Optional garnishes include toasted pecans and sweetened shredded coconut.

German Chocolate Cake

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Upgraded German Chocolate Cake

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