German chocolate poke cake recipe
This German Chocolate Poke Cake is a moist, indulgent dessert that combines rich chocolate cake with sweetened condensed milk, creamy ganache, and a coconut-pecan frosting.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 4 large eggs
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 1 3.4 oz box chocolate instant pudding mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
For the Filling
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
For the Ganache
- 4 oz heavy cream
- 4 oz German chocolate chopped
For the Frosting
- 3 large egg yolks lightly beaten
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1⅓ cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch pan. Mix the cake ingredients in a bowl until smooth, then fold in mini chocolate chips.
Step 2: Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let it cool for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Poke and Fill
- Poke holes across the cake and pour sweetened condensed milk over it, letting it soak in completely.
Step 4: Make the Ganache
- Melt German chocolate with warm heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Spread the ganache over the cooled cake.
Step 5: Prepare the Frosting
- Cook evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter until thickened, then mix in coconut and pecans. Cool and spread over the ganache.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Chill the cake for best flavor, slice, and enjoy this indulgent treat!