Description
This classic German chocolate bundt cake delights palates with rich cocoa and coconut-pecan frosting. Chocolate enthusiasts and home bakers can savor this traditional dessert that promises comfort and indulgence in each slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 1 package (3.9 oz / 110 g) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- ½ cup butter
- 3 large egg yolks, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups flaked coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare Oven: Position rack centrally and preheat to 350°F. Thoroughly spray a 10-inch Bundt pan with non-stick coating to prevent adherence.
- Mix Batter: Combine German chocolate cake mix, chocolate pudding mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, water, and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Blend with electric mixer until achieving a smooth, silky consistency. Delicately fold in semisweet chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution without deflating the batter.
- Bake Cake: Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing the surface to eliminate air pockets. Bake for 50-55 minutes, verifying doneness by inserting a toothpick that emerges clean. Rest cake in pan for 10 minutes to stabilize structure.
- Create Frosting: In a saucepan, merge sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and egg yolks. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a thick, creamy blend. Remove from heat, infuse with vanilla extract, then incorporate flaked coconut and chopped pecans. Allow frosting to cool until spreadable.
- Finish and Serve: Carefully invert cake onto a wire rack, permitting complete cooling. Generously spread coconut pecan frosting across the cake’s surface, allowing it to cascade down the Bundt cake’s distinctive ridges. Slice and present this decadent German Chocolate Bundt Cake, ready to delight friends and family with its extraordinary flavor and visual elegance.
Notes
- Rack Positioning: Center the oven rack to guarantee uniform heat distribution and consistent baking results.
- Pan Preparation: Thoroughly spray Bundt pan with non-stick coating to prevent cake from sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Mixing Technique: Use electric mixer at medium speed to blend ingredients smoothly, creating a silky batter without overmixing.
- Frosting Consistency: Continuously stir frosting while cooking to prevent burning and achieve a perfect creamy texture that coats the cake beautifully.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg