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The Best German Chocolate Poke Cake

The Best German Chocolate Poke Cake
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The Best German Chocolate Poke Cake is a rich and moist chocolate cake infused with a luscious coconut-pecan filling that seeps into every bite. Combining classic German chocolate flavors with the clever poke cake technique, this dessert offers an irresistible blend of chocolate, coconut, and nuts, perfect for any occasion and easy enough for bakers of all skill levels.

Ingredients

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Cake Base

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (or homemade chocolate cake batter)

Coconut-Pecan Filling

  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted optional)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Base: Bake the chocolate cake mix in a greased 9×13-inch pan according to the package directions or your homemade recipe. This creates the moist, chocolatey foundation essential for the poke cake.
  2. Poke the Cake: Once the cake has cooled slightly but is still warm, gently poke holes all over the surface using the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer, spacing them about 1 to 2 inches apart. This step allows the filling to soak deep into the cake.
  3. Make the Coconut-Pecan Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, evaporated milk, sweetened shredded coconut, and chopped pecans. Stir frequently until the mixture thickens and becomes gooey, forming the signature coconut-pecan topping.
  4. Pour the Filling Over the Cake: Slowly spoon the warm coconut-pecan mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes and saturate the cake thoroughly.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld and the filling set before serving.

Notes

  • Poke the cake while it is still warm so the filling absorbs deeply.
  • Refrigerate the cake before serving to allow the filling to set and enhance flavors.
  • Use fresh toasted pecans for extra depth and crunch.
  • Grease the baking pan well to prevent sticking.
  • Adjust the sugar amount in the filling to your preferred sweetness level.

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