Irresistible German Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe for Dessert Lovers
German Chocolate Poke Cake: A Decadent Delight Indulge your taste buds with our mouth-watering German Chocolate Poke Cake. This recipe combines the richness of chocolate with creamy coconut and pecan flavors, creating an
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Irresistible German Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe for Dessert Lovers
German Chocolate Poke Cake: A Decadent Delight Indulge your taste buds with our mouth-watering German Chocolate Poke Cake. This recipe combines the richness of chocolate with creamy coconut and pecan flavors, creating an
Ingredients
- 1 package (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 jar (16 oz) coconut-pecan frosting
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Bake the chocolate cake according to package instructions.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before using the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. Let it soak in fully.
- Spread the coconut-pecan frosting evenly over the cake.
- Sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped pecans over the top for added texture and flavor.
- Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance the flavors.
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I’ve been craving something super rich and chocolatey, and that German chocolate poke cake looks like it hits all the right notes. Love that you get that classic coconut-pecan topping soaked right into the cake!
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