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German Chocolate Poke Cake

A rich and moist chocolate poke cake infused with sweetened condensed milk and hot fudge, topped with a classic coconut pecan frosting for a decadent dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (German Chocolate, dark chocolate, or Devil's Food)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (11.75 ounce) jar hot fudge topping
  • 1 tub coconut pecan frosting
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-38 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Allow the cake to cool completely.
  5. Using the end of a spoon, poke holes all over the cake.
  6. In a bowl, mix together the sweetened condensed milk and hot fudge topping until combined.
  7. Pour this mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  8. Spread the coconut pecan frosting over the top of the cake.
  9. Sprinkle chopped pecans and mini chocolate chips on top as garnish.
  10. Chill the cake before serving for best results.

Notes

Use any chocolate cake mix you prefer—German Chocolate cake mix enhances the flavor but is not mandatory. Ensure the cake is completely cooled before poking holes to avoid breaking the cake. Chilling the cake before serving helps set the frosting and flavors.

  • Author: Dorothy Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 45g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg