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German Chocolate Poke Cake

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in a decadent German Chocolate Poke Cake, featuring a moist German chocolate cake soaked in sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce, topped with a layer of whipped topping, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and melted chocolate chips.


Ingredients

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For the cake:

  • 1 box German chocolate cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 jar (12 oz) caramel sauce

For the topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cake: Mix the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water according to package instructions. Bake in a 9×13 inch pan. Once baked, poke holes all over the cake.
  2. Soak the cake: Pour sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the holes. Refrigerate to cool.
  3. Add the topping: Spread whipped topping over the cake. Sprinkle with shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Drizzle melted chocolate over the top.
  4. Serve: Slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • This cake is best served chilled.
  • You can customize the topping with additional nuts or chocolate drizzle.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 25 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg