German chocolate cake

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Baking Time: 25-30 minutes
Assembly Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 12Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large egg yolks, beaten
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

For the Chocolate Cake:

1. Preheat Oven (Low Intensity):
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients (Medium Intensity):
   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add Wet Ingredients (Medium Intensity):
   • Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Incorporate Boiling Water (Low Intensity):
   • Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing well. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay.
5. Bake (Medium-High Intensity):
   • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool (Low Intensity):
   • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

1. Cook (Medium Intensity):
   • In a medium saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, beaten egg yolks, butter, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 10-12 minutes).
2. Remove from Heat (Low Intensity):
   • Remove the saucepan from heat, and stir in shredded coconut and chopped pecans.

Assembly:

1. Frosting the Cake (Medium Intensity):
   • Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of the coconut-pecan frosting over the top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides with the remaining frosting.
2. Decorate (Low Intensity):
   • Optionally, garnish the top with additional chopped pecans or coconut.
3. Slice and Serve (Low Intensity):
   • Slice and serve your delicious homemade German Chocolate Cake.
4. Enjoy your Classic German Chocolate Cake! (Low Intensity):

Note: This cake is rich and decadent, making it a perfect treat for special occasions. The coconut-pecan frosting adds a delightful texture and flavor that complements the moist chocolate cake.