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Decadent German Chocolate Poke Cake: A Southern Classic Made Easy


  • Author: Lara Smith
  • Total Time: 40 mins

Description

Indulge in the decadence of this German Chocolate Poke Cake! Rich chocolate cake infused with a luscious coconut-pecan filling and topped with creamy frosting makes this dessert truly irresistible.


Ingredients

Scale

1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)

1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

1 jar (12 oz) caramel topping

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

1 cup chopped pecans

1 container (16 oz) chocolate frosting


Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.

Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions and bake in the prepared pan.

While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.

In a bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and caramel topping. Pour this mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.

Sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped pecans evenly over the top of the cake.

Allow the cake to cool completely.

Once cooled, spread the chocolate frosting over the top of the cake.

Serve and enjoy the rich and indulgent flavors of this German Chocolate Poke Cake!