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German Chocolate Pound Cake Recipe

German Chocolate Pound Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this German Chocolate Pound Cake. A moist and tender pound cake loaded with German chocolate chunks and topped with a luscious coconut-pecan frosting, it’s a true delight for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Pound Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 4 oz German sweet chocolate, chopped (or substitute with semi-sweet chocolate)

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pound Cake: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla extract. Gradually add flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, starting and ending with flour. Fold in chopped German chocolate. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Make the Coconut-Pecan Frosting: In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in coconut, pecans, and vanilla extract. Cool frosting to room temperature before spreading.
  3. Assemble & Serve: Spread the coconut-pecan frosting generously over the cooled pound cake. Slice and enjoy this classic Southern delight with coffee or tea.

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Keywords: German Chocolate Pound Cake, Pound Cake Recipe, Coconut Pecan Frosting, Southern Dessert

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