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German Chocolate Bundt Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from the U.S. but named after a German chocolate maker, this Bundt cake features a rich chocolate base topped with a sweet coconut-pecan frosting. It's a popular dessert for celebrations and gatherings, often enjoyed for birthdays and holidays. Today, variations abound, with some opting for different frostings or adding layers, but the classic remains a beloved choice for its unique flavor and texture.

GermanDEdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
all-purpose flour
granulated sugar
unsweetened cocoa powder
baking soda
baking powder
salt
eggs
buttermilk
vegetable oil
vanilla extract
boiling water
sweetened shredded coconut
chopped pecans
sweetened condensed milk
butter

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

sweetened shredded coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: dried coconut flakes

Unsweetened version is lower in sugar.

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk + sugar

Coconut cream offers a dairy-free option.

chopped pecans

🥗Healthier: chopped walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and less expensive.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour a Bundt pan.

3

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

4

In another bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract.

5

Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.

6

Carefully stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.

7

Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan.

8

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

9

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

10

In a saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, butter, coconut, and pecans over medium heat.

11

Cook while stirring until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

12

Spread the coconut-pecan frosting over the cooled cake.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

Kitchenaid KSM150PSEPK Artisan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

German Chocolate CakeBundt Cake
Local Name: Deutscher Schokoladen-Bundt-Kuchen

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