German Chocolate Poke Cake
German Chocolate Poke Cake is a decadent dessert featuring rich chocolate cake infused with sweetened condensed milk and topped with a gooey coconut-pecan frosting. This delightful cake is indulgent yet perfectly balanced with textures and flavors. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a gathering, or simply craving a special treat, this cake will wow your taste buds and your guests. It’s a breeze to prepare and makes for a show-stopping dessert everyone will adore.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls (various sizes)
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Wooden skewer or fork
- Offset spatula or silicone spatula
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- Boxed German chocolate cake mix or your favorite chocolate cake recipe
- Eggs as per cake mix instructions
- Oil as per cake mix instructions
- Water as per cake mix instructions
- For the Filling:
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Caramel sauce optional for extra richness
- For the Topping:
- Sweetened shredded coconut
- Chopped pecans
- Butter
- Granulated sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Egg yolks
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Base: Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box. Grease your 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside. Prepare the cake batter according to the instructions on the box, then pour it into the prepared dish. Bake as directed, and let the cake cool slightly on a cooling rack.
- Poke the Cake: Once the cake is warm but not hot, use a wooden skewer or fork to poke holes all over the cake. Ensure the holes are evenly spaced and reach the bottom to absorb the filling.
- Add the Filling: Warm the sweetened condensed milk slightly to make it easier to pour. Slowly drizzle it over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. For an extra layer of flavor, drizzle caramel sauce over the condensed milk.