German Chocolate Cake

Name: German Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. sugar; 4 eggs, separated; 1 bar German's sweet chocolate; 1 c. buttermilk; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 c. shortening; 1/2 c. boiling water; 2 1/2 c. cake flour; 1 tsp. soda; dash of salt

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1989 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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German Chocolate Cake – a delicious recipe with sugar, eggs, 's sweet chocolate, buttermilk, vanilla, shortening. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

2 c. sugar
4 eggs, separated
1 bar German's sweet chocolate
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. shortening
1/2 c. boiling water
2 1/2 c. cake flour
1 tsp. soda
dash of salt

1
Cream shortening and sugar.
2
Add egg yolks, one at a time. Melt chocolate in boiling water; add to creamed mixture.
3
Dissolve soda in 1/4 cup milk.
4
Alternately add flour and milk to first mixture.
5
Add vanilla and salt.
6
Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites.
7
Pour into 3 oiled cake pans.
8
Bake for about 30 minutes at 350u00b0.

1989

kcal

Calories

Fat

251

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. sugar, 4 eggs, separated, 1 bar German's sweet chocolate, 1 c. buttermilk, and more.

Yes, German Chocolate Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1989 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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