Best 3 German Chocolate Surprise Cake Recipes

When it comes to classic desserts, the German Chocolate Surprise Cake stands out as a true masterpiece. This delightful cake is a symphony of flavors, textures, and surprises that will leave you and your loved ones in awe. With its layers of moist chocolate cake, rich chocolate frosting, and hidden pockets of coconut-pecan filling, this cake is a feast for the senses. As you slice into the cake, you'll discover a treasure trove of sweet and nutty flavors that blend perfectly with the decadent chocolate. So, let's embark on a culinary journey to uncover the secrets behind this sensational German Chocolate Surprise Cake recipe, and learn how to create this delightful treat in the comfort of your own kitchen.

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GERMAN CHOCOLATE SURPRISE CAKE

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Upside-down cake? Try this German chocolate version with a baked coconut and nut topping. No frosting is needed.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 oz sweet baking chocolate
1/4 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ self-rising flour
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. In ungreased 9-inch round cake pan, mix topping ingredients. Spread evenly in pan.
In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate and 1/4 cup water on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds or until chocolate is melted. Stir to blend.
In medium bowl, beat granulated sugar and 1/2 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and eggs until well blended. On low speed, beat in 3/4 cup of the flour and the milk. Add remaining 1/2 cup flour; beat well. Stir in chocolate mixture until blended. Pour batter over topping in pan.
Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Run knife around edge of cake to loosen. Place serving plate upside down over cake in pan; turn plate and pan over. Remove pan. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 45 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GERMAN CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE SURPRISE

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The surpise is the icing is inside the cake. A truly quick and easy recipe using a prepared cake mix and frosting for those times when you just dont have the time or ingredients to make one from scratch. This makes a very large cake, so make sure you use a 12-cup tube/bundt pan.

Provided by Sassy in da South

Categories Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (18 1/4 ounce) German chocolate cake mix
1 (15 ounce) can coconut pecan frosting
4 eggs
1/2 cup oil
1 cup water

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Grease and flour 12 cup tube pan OR Bundt pan.
Mix all ingredients (including the icing) in mixer at medium speed 2 minutes.
Pour into prepared pan and bake 55 - 60 minutes.
Remove from oven to wire rack and allow cooling for 10 minutes.
Invert onto serving plate and dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 371.3, Carbohydrate 53.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 35.9, Protein 4.4

GERMAN CHOCOLATE SURPRISE CAKE

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Make and share this German Chocolate Surprise Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Scarlett516

Categories Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
2 ounces sweet baking chocolate
1/4 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups self-rising flour
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

Pre-heat oven to 350°F In an ungreased 9-inch cake pan, mix the topping ingredients. Spread evenly in the pan.
In small, microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate and 1/4 cup water on High 1-1.5 minutes or until chocolate is melted. Stir to blend.
In a medium bowl, beat the sugar and 1/2 cup butter with electric mixer on medium until light and fluffy.
Beat in vanilla and eggs until well blended.
On low speed, beat in 3/4 cup of the flour and the milk. Add remaining 1/2 cup flour; beat well.
Stir in chocolate mixture until blended. Pour batter over the topping in the pan.
Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Run a knife around the edge of the cake to loosen. Place serving plate upside down over cake in pan. Turn the plate and pan over. Remove pan. Serve warm or cool.

Tips:

Use high-quality chocolate for the ganache. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the finished cake.
Make sure the chocolate is completely melted before adding it to the cream. This will help to prevent the ganache from becoming lumpy.
Chill the ganache for at least 30 minutes before using it. This will help it to firm up and make it easier to spread.
When assembling the cake, use a serrated knife to cut the layers evenly. This will help to prevent the cake from crumbling.
Frost the cake with a thin layer of ganache before adding the coconut-pecan topping. This will help to keep the topping from sliding off the cake.
Store the cake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

German Chocolate Surprise Cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate ganache, coconut-pecan topping, and moist chocolate layers, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!