Grandma’s German Chocolate Cake

This German Chocolate Cake is a nostalgic, rich dessert featuring layers of moist chocolate cake filled and frosted with a luscious coconut-pecan frosting. It’s a classic Southern cake recipe often passed down through generations, perfect for holidays, birthdays, and family celebrations.

Equipment

• Two 9-inch round cake pans

• Mixing bowls

• Electric mixer or hand whisk

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• Saucepan

• Cooling rack

• Spatula

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 1 package German chocolate cake mix (or homemade chocolate cake recipe)

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• 3 large eggs

• 1 cup buttermilk

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup hot water or strong coffee (to enhance chocolate flavor)

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For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

• 1 cup evaporated milk

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 3 egg yolks, lightly beaten

• ½ cup unsalted butter

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• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut

• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

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