German Chocolate Poke Cake

German Chocolate Poke Cake

Introduction

If you love chocolate and coconut, this German Chocolate Poke Cake is a dreamy dessert you won’t forget. Moist chocolate cake is “poked” with holes and soaked with a rich coconut-pecan filling, then topped with fluffy frosting and toasted coconut for a decadent finish. It’s a simple twist on the classic German Chocolate Cake, perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or any occasion where chocolatey, nutty goodness is required. Every bite combines soft cake, sweet coconut, and crunchy pecans—a true crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

For the cake:

• 250 g (2 cups) all-purpose flour
• 50 g (½ cup) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 10 g (2 tsp) baking powder
• 2 g (½ tsp) baking soda
• 2 g (½ tsp) salt
• 200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
• 115 g (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract
• 240 ml (1 cup) buttermilk
• 120 ml (½ cup) hot water

For the coconut-pecan filling:

• 100 g (1 cup) evaporated milk
• 100 g (½ cup) granulated sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• 115 g (½ cup) unsalted butter
• 60 g (½ cup) shredded coconut
• 60 g (½ cup) chopped pecans
• 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract

For the frosting:

• 240 ml (1 cup) heavy cream
• 30 g (2 tbsp) powdered sugar
• 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract
• Optional: extra toasted coconut for garnish

Directions