Best 3 German Chocolate Cake Ii Recipes

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German chocolate cake II is a moist and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This classic cake is made with three layers of chocolate cake, filled with a rich chocolate frosting, and topped with a layer of toasted coconut. The result is a cake that is both delicious and visually stunning. If you are looking for a special dessert to impress your friends and family, German chocolate cake II is the perfect choice.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GERMAN SWEET CHOCOLATE CAKE II



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This was my Grandmother's recipe. It's the classic cake made with sweet chocolate and frosted with a luscious coconut pecan frosting.

Provided by MARY ANN PUTMAN

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes     German Chocolate Cake

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 (1 ounce) squares German sweet chocolate, chopped
⅔ cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
2 ½ cups sifted cake flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup white sugar
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅓ cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 3 (8 inch) round pans. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside. In the top of a double boiler, heat chocolate, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in melted chocolate and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely. When cool, frost between layers and on top of cake.
  • To make the Frosting: In a large saucepan, combine evaporated milk, 1 cup sugar, egg yolks, 1/2 cup butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Cook and stir on medium heat for about 12 minutes, or until thick and golden brown. Remove from heat. Stir in coconut and pecans. Cool to room temperature, and spreading consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638.4 calories, Carbohydrate 79.5 g, Cholesterol 136.6 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 17.7 g, Sodium 426.8 mg, Sugar 53.2 g

GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE FROSTING II



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German chocolate cake frosting that is cooked on top of the stove and put on warm cake while frosting is warm.

Provided by Carol B

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup white sugar
3 egg yolk, beaten with 1 teaspoon water
½ cup margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, margarine and vanilla. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Remove from heat and stir in pecans and coconut. Spread on cake while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 57.3 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 129.5 mg, Sugar 21.5 g

INSIDE OUT GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



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I recently made this for a co-worker's birthday and it is out of this world. The cake layers are nice and chocolatey..not too dense. The German chocolate filling is amazing and the frosting is super easy to work with as long as you cool everything completely. I toasted the nuts along with the coconut for a little extra nutty oomph.

Provided by greysangel

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened dutch cocoa, plus
1 tablespoon unsweetened dutch cocoa
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup whole milk
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
3/4 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup boiling-hot water
7 ounces sweetened flaked coconut
4 ounces coarsely chopped pecans (1 cup)
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
10 ounces good quality semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
3 tablespoons light corn syrup

Steps:

  • Make cake layers:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F and oil 3 9 inch cake pans. Line bottoms of pans with rounds of parchment or wax paper. Sift together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl. Whisk together whole milk, butter, whole egg, yolk, vanilla, and almond extract in another large bowl until just combined. Beat egg mixture into flour mixture with an electric mixer on low speed, then beat on high speed 1 minute. Reduce speed to low and beat in water until just combined (batter will be thin). Divide batter among cake pans (about 1 1/2 cups per pan) and bake in upper and lower thirds of oven, switching position of pans and rotating them 180 degrees halfway through baking, until a tester comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes total.
  • Cool layers in pans on racks 15 minutes. Run a thin knife around edges of pans and invert layers onto racks. Carefully remove parchment or wax paper and cool layers completely.
  • Make filling:
  • Reduce oven temperature to 325°F
  • Spread coconut in a large shallow baking pan and pecans in another. Bake pecans in upper third of oven and coconut in lower third, stirring occasionally, until golden, 12 to 18 minutes. Remove pans from oven.
  • Increase oven temperature to 425°F
  • Pour condensed milk into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate and cover tightly with foil. Bake milk in a water bath in middle of oven 45 minutes. Refill baking pan with water to reach halfway up pie plate and bake milk until thick and brown, about 45 minutes more. Remove pie plate from water bath.
  • Stir in coconut, pecans, and vanilla and keep warm, covered with foil.
  • Make glaze while milk is baking:
  • Melt butter in a 3-quart saucepan. Remove pan from heat and add chocolate and corn syrup, whisking until chocolate is melted. Transfer 1 cup glaze to a bowl, reserving remaining glaze at room temperature in pan. Chill glaze in bowl, stirring occasionally, until thickened and spreadable, about 1 hour.
  • Assemble cake:
  • Put 1 cake layer on a rack set over a baking pan (to catch excess glaze). Drop half of coconut filling by spoonfuls evenly over layer and gently spread with a wet spatula. Top with another cake layer and spread with remaining filling in same manner. Top with remaining cake layer and spread chilled glaze evenly over top and side of cake. Heat reserved glaze in pan over low heat, stirring, until glossy and pourable, about 1 minute. Pour glaze evenly over top of cake, making sure it coats sides. Shake rack gently to smooth glaze.
  • Chill cake until firm, about 1 hour. Transfer cake to a plate.
  • Cooks' notes:
  • • Cake keeps, covered and chilled, 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
  • • For easier handling when assembling cake, place bottom layer on a cardboard round or the removable bottom of a tart or cake pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 795.7, Fat 54.9, SaturatedFat 31.9, Cholesterol 114, Sodium 358.7, Carbohydrate 78.6, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 53.3, Protein 10.9

Tips:

  • Be sure to use good quality chocolate for the best flavor. A combination of semisweet and bittersweet chocolate works well.
  • Don't overbeat the egg whites or the cake will be tough.
  • Be careful not to overbake the cake or it will be dry.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semisweet chocolate.
  • To make the cake even more decadent, add a layer of chocolate ganache or frosting between the layers.
  • Serve the cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.

Conclusion:

German chocolate cake is a classic dessert that is always a hit with chocolate lovers. With its rich, moist chocolate layers, creamy coconut-pecan filling, and decadent chocolate frosting, this cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. It's perfect for any special occasion, or just because you deserve a special treat. If you're looking for a delicious and impressive dessert, you can't go wrong with German chocolate cake. With a little time and effort, you can create this classic cake that will be the star of any party or gathering.

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