Description
This German chocolate poke cake is rich, moist, and layered with melted chocolate, coconut-pecan frosting, and whipped cream. An easy boxed cake upgrade that’s pure indulgence.
Ingredients
1 box German chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients to prepare)
1 can coconut-pecan frosting
1 cup chocolate chips
2 cups milk
½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
Bake German chocolate cake as directed in a 9×13-inch pan. Let cool completely.
Use the handle of a wooden spoon or fork to poke holes all over the cooled cake.
In a saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips into milk, stirring until smooth.
Pour warm chocolate mixture evenly over the cake, letting it seep into the holes.
Spread coconut-pecan frosting over the cake.
Gently spread whipped cream over frosting layer.
Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Top with extra pecans or shredded coconut.
Swap chocolate milk mix with pudding for variation.
Best served chilled; no reheating needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
