When life give you lemons, I make German Chocolate Cake to put a smile on everyones faces. It's the perfect thing to have for a birthday party, holiday or just another day logged in on your couch.
Why Make This Recipe
It's fun to try new baked recipes on the weekend and this cake isn't just yummy; it is great baking project too. German Chocolate Cake is fun and delicious to make. Not to mention, your family and friends will appreciate it as well (next time you make some homemade treats)! A great way to create lasting memories in the kitchen!
How to Make German Chocolate Cake
This is an easy peasy cake to make! Just these easy steps and you are all set to impress everyone with your baking.
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons Colemnan Cocoa Unsweetened Powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- Ingredients:1 cup butter, unsalted and softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Directions:
- 350°F (175°C) warmed the oven Prepare two 9-inch round pans with grease and flour.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, soda and salt in a medium bowl. And add cocoa.Make sure to whisk everything.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the butter with granulated and brown sugar till pale and fluffy
- Stir in eggs, one at a time as well until combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Poor in the buttermilk and dry ingredients a little at a time. Alternating mix well for each.
- Place an equal amount of batter in each cake pan.
- Cook for 30-35 moments or till a toothpick is inserted in the center and comes out clean .
- Cool cakes in pans on a rack for 10 minutes, and then transfer them from the racks to finish cooling completely.
- For the frosting, mix the coconut and pecans into your favorite chocolate frosting recipe or make a pecan frosting.
- To assemble the cake, place one layer on a serving platter prevent icing and top with second layer. The cake can now be frosted on the top and sides to complete.
