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German Chocolate Poke Cake

German Chocolate Poke Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of a German Chocolate Poke Cake, a dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with a luscious coconut-pecan topping. This cake is not just a treat; it’s a centerpiece for any gathering, effortlessly bringing joy to family dinners, potlucks, or holiday celebrations. With a moist chocolate base soaked in sweetened condensed milk and caramel, each slice offers an explosion of flavors. Finish it off with a smooth chocolate ganache for a truly decadent dessert that will leave everyone asking for more. Easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead enjoyment, this German Chocolate Poke Cake is sure to become your go-to recipe for sweet occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and bake the chocolate cake according to package directions in a 9×13-inch pan. Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
  2. Poke holes all over the warm cake using the handle of a wooden spoon.
  3. Slowly pour sweetened condensed milk over the holes, letting it soak in.
  4. Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the top.
  5. In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in shredded coconut and pecans; spread this mixture over the cake.
  6. Heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour it over chocolate chips in a bowl; stir until smooth to make ganache.
  7. Spread ganache over the coconut-pecan layer.
  8. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.

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