Crocker German chocolate cake

Moist chocolate cake with a gooey, nutty coconut-pecan frosting — made simple with a cake mix. Preparation Details Prep Time: 20 minutes Bake Time: 25–30 minutes Cooling Time: 1 hour Total Time: About 2 hours Difficulty: Easy to Medium Servings: 12–16 slices Ingredients Cake: 1 box German chocolate cake mix (like Duncan Hines or Betty

Ingredients

Cake:

• 1 box German chocolate cake mix (like Duncan Hines or Betty Crocker) ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(106); });
• Ingredients listed on the box (usually eggs, oil, water) — follow package instructions ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(114); });

Coconut-Pecan Frosting (Classic):

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 egg yolks, beaten
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Step 1: Bake the Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(115); });
2. Prepare the cake batter according to the instructions on the German chocolate cake mix box. ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(116); });
3. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans.
4. Bake 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Coconut-Pecan Frosting

1. In a medium saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter. ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(118); });
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and golden brown — about 12–15 minutes. This is key: keep stirring to prevent curdling.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans. Mix well and let cool to room temperature.

Step 3: Assemble the Cake

1. Once cake layers are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(120); });
2. Spread a generous amount of coconut-pecan frosting over the top.
3. Place the second cake layer on top, and frost the top and sides with remaining frosting.
4. For a rustic, homemade look, you can spread frosting with a spatula or spoon. ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(122); });

Nutrition

Calories: ~450 · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 25 g · Carbohydrates: 50 g · Sugar: 35 g