# German Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe
This German Chocolate Poke Cake recipe is a luxurious and scrumptious dessert that showcases a tender chocolate cake crowned with a silky chocolate ganache and a coconut pecan frosting. Savor this exquisite delight that melds the deep flavors of chocolate with the distinctive textures of coconut and pecans, making it an ideal dessert for any event.
## Recipe Ingredients
– **Mini Chocolate Chips**: Tiny, gooey bursts of chocolate nestled within the cake.
– **Sour Cream**: The key component that keeps the chocolate cake moist.
– Additional elements for the cake, filling, ganache, and frosting can be located in the recipe card below.
## How to Prepare German Chocolate Poke Cake
### Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and apply nonstick cooking spray to a 9 x 13-inch cake pan. Set it aside.
### Step 2
In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, blend all the cake components until well combined and smooth.
### Step 3
Transfer the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
### Step 4
As the cake bakes, create the coconut pecan frosting. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix the butter, milk, sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla. Stirring often, allow it to thicken for about 10-15 minutes.
### Step 5
Once thickened, take the frosting off the heat and mix it with the coconut and pecans in a bowl. Let the frosting sit for 30-45 minutes to cool, stirring occasionally.
### Step 6
Right after taking the cake out of the oven, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer to poke holes into the cake.
### Step 7
Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes as the cake cools.
### Step 8
Once the cake is cool, prepare the chocolate ganache. Place chopped chocolate in a bowl and gently heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan on medium heat until it just begins to boil around the edges.
### Step 9
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate in the bowl and let it sit for 4 minutes before whisking until a glossy ganache is created.
### Step 10
Let the ganache sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken, then pour and spread it uniformly over the cake.
### Step 11
Refrigerate the cake for 10 minutes to help the ganache set.
### Step 12
Top the cake with the coconut pecan frosting.
### Step 13
Lastly, serve and relish!
## FAQs
**Is a Fudge Cake Mix necessary for this recipe?**
While a fudge cake mix is highly recommended, you may also opt for a German chocolate cake mix, devil’s food cake mix, or other chocolate cake mixes from a box.
**What toppings are suitable for this German Chocolate Cake?**
Suggested toppings include a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce, a scoop of ice cream, or a dollop of whipped cream.
## Storage Information
Leftover German chocolate cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, or refrigerated for 4-5 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, let the cake reach room temperature on its own, or warm it in the microwave until slightly hot.
Enjoy this opulent and delightful German Chocolate Poke Cake, perfect for any celebration or as a special indulgence for yourself!