This decadent German-style snack cake is the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a tender, dark chocolate crumb that melts in your mouth. The cake is generously topped with a luscious, custard-like frosting made with evaporated milk, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans. It’s a classic combination of textures and flavors that feels both nostalgic and indulgent. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply treating yourself on a rainy afternoon, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with straightforward ingredients. The contrast between the soft cake and the rich, slightly chewy frosting makes every slice irresistible.
German Sweet Chocolate Snack Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting
Description
This decadent German-style snack cake is the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a tender, dark chocolate crumb that melts in your mouth. The cake is generously topped with a luscious, custard-like frosting made with evaporated milk, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans. ItâÂÂs a classic combination of textures and flavors that feels both nostalgic and indulgent. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply treating yourself on a rainy afternoon, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with straightforward ingredients. The contrast between the soft cake and the rich, slightly chewy frosting makes every slice irresistible.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the German sweet chocolate and the margarine. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and melted.
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In a large bowl, cream together the melted chocolate mixture, the sugar, eggs, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the chocolate mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
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Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
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For the frosting, combine evaporated milk, the remaining sugar, the remaining margarine, egg yolks, and the remaining vanilla in a medium saucepan.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
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Remove from heat and stir in the flaked coconut and chopped pecans.
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Spread the warm frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Let stand until the frosting sets.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Saturated Fat 12g60%
- Cholesterol 85mg29%
- Sodium 210mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 38g
- Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
