🍫 Homemade German Chocolate Cake
This Homemade German Chocolate Cake is a rich and decadent treat that’s perfect for any celebration. With moist chocolate cake layers, topped with a creamy coconut-pecan frosting and smooth chocolate frosting, this cake is a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or indulging in a sweet craving, this cake is sure to impress! 🎂✨
🧾 Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1Âľ cups all-purpose flour
- Âľ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Coconut and Pecan Frosting:
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup butter
- 3 large egg yolks
- Âľ cup evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
