COCONUT / CHOCOLATE SHEET CAKE

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Who wouldn't love a chocolate cake with a wonderful coconut topping? I have had non coconut lovers loving this cake. So moist, very rich...make sure you have a big glass of milk to wash it down. Enjoy!!! My photos

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Chocolate

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 c sugar
2 c ap flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 c butter, cubed
1 c water
1/4 c baking cocoa
2 eggs
1/2 c buttermilk
1 tsp vanilla extract
TOPPING
1 can(s) ( 12 ounce ) evaporated milk, divided
3/4 c sugar
20 large marshmallows
1 pkg ( 14 ounce ) coconut
2 c chopped pecans, or slivered almonds ( i used pecans )
1/4 c butter
1/2 c semi / sweet chocolate chips
1/4 c sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Prepare a 15 in x 10 in x 1 in sheet pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt.
  • 3. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, water and cocoa. Cook and stir until butter is melted; add to dry ingredients.
  • 4. Combine the eggs, buttermilk and vanilla; add to chocolate mixture and mix well.
  • 5. Pour into greased pan, and bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until wooden pick in the center comes out clean.
  • 6. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine 1 cup evaporated milk, 3/4 cup sugar and marshmallows; cook and stir until marshmallows are melted. Remove from heat; stir in coconut.
  • 7. Immediately sprinkle 1 cup nuts over cake. Spread coconut mixture over top. Sprinkle with remaining nuts (pan will be full).
  • 8. In a small saucepan, combine butter with remaining milk and 1/4 cup sugar. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate chips until melted. Drizzle over nuts. Cool on a wire rack.
  • 9. Enjoy!

Christina Perisee
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would recommend it to anyone who loves chocolate cake.


Aashiq Ansari
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This cake was a disaster! It didn't rise properly and the frosting was too runny.


ISO
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I found this recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think there are easier chocolate cake recipes out there.


Emmanuel Umeh
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Louma Fawaz
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I love the coconut flavor in this cake. It's a perfect balance of sweetness and richness.


Arhez adde
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out great. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.


Basanta Vlog
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This cake was so moist and delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Nospleenz
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Waleed Abbasi
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow. The cake turned out perfect! My family loved it.


Abbas Zaigham
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This coconut chocolate sheet cake was a hit at my party! It was moist, rich, and full of flavor. I loved the combination of coconut and chocolate.