German Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: German Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. sugar; 1/2 lb. whipped margarine; 3 egg yolks, unbeaten; 2 1/2 c. cake flour; 1 c. buttermilk; 1 tsp. soda (mixed with buttermilk); 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 pkg. German sweet chocolate; 1/2 c. boiling water; 3 egg whites, beaten stiffly; 1/2 tsp. salt

Servings: persons

2 c. sugar
1/2 lb. whipped margarine
3 egg yolks, unbeaten
2 1/2 c. cake flour
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. soda (mixed with buttermilk)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 pkg. German sweet chocolate
1/2 c. boiling water
3 egg whites, beaten stiffly
1/2 tsp. salt

1
Melt chocolate in boiling water.
2
Cool.
3
Cream margarine and sugar until light and fluffy.
4
Add egg yolks one at a time.
5
Beat after each addition.
6
Add chocolate, vanilla, buttermilk and flour to the egg mixture, beating slowly until smooth.
7
Add the soda mixture and fold in the egg whites.
8
Bake in layers or in a long, flat pan.
9
Bake at 350u00b0 for 35 to 40 minutes.

2197

kcal

Calories

111

Fat

266

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. sugar, 1/2 lb. whipped margarine, 3 egg yolks, unbeaten, 2 1/2 c. cake flour, 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.

German Chocolate Cake

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