Description
A decadent German Chocolate Poke Cake that combines the rich flavors of German chocolate cake with sweetened condensed milk, caramel sauce, whipped topping, pecans, and shredded coconut. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for gatherings, offering moist cake infused with luscious fillings and a delightful topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- Ingredients required on cake mix box (eggs, oil, water)
Filling and Topping
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 jar caramel sauce
- 1 container whipped topping
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Follow the package instructions to prepare and bake the German chocolate cake mix. This usually involves mixing the cake mix with eggs, oil, and water, then baking in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Once baked, let the cake cool for about 10 minutes so it is warm but not hot, which is ideal for poking holes without breaking apart.
- Poke Holes: Use the end of a wooden spoon or a skewer to poke holes evenly all over the surface of the cake. These holes will allow the fillings to seep in and flavor the cake deeply.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Slowly pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, ensuring it fills all the holes created, making the cake moist and sweet.
- Pour Caramel Sauce: Evenly spread the caramel sauce over the top of the cake, adding a rich and buttery flavor enhancement.
- Apply Whipped Topping: Spread the whipped topping gently over the entire surface of the cake to create a creamy and light frosting layer.
- Sprinkle Toppings: Generously sprinkle chopped pecans and sweetened shredded coconut over the whipped topping for a pleasant crunch and added texture.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the topping to set before serving.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cake is only slightly warm before poking holes to prevent it from crumbling.
- Use good quality caramel sauce for a richer taste.
- Pecans can be toasted lightly for extra flavor.
- Shredded coconut can be substituted with unsweetened if preferred to reduce sweetness.
- Keep the cake refrigerated after assembling to maintain freshness and texture.
