German Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: German Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. German sweet chocolate; 1/2 c. boiling water; 1 c. butter or other shortening; 2 c. sugar; 4 egg yolks, unbeaten; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. soda; 2 1/2 c. cake flour; 1 c. buttermilk; 3 egg whites

Servings: persons

1
Melt chocolate in boiling water and cool.
2
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3
Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating after each addition.
4
Add chocolate and vanilla.
5
Sift together salt, soda and flour.
6
Add alternately with buttermilk to chocolate mixture, beating well after each addition.
7
Then beat the batter until it is smooth.
8
Beat egg whites until very stiff peaks form.
9
Fold into batter.
10
Pour into three 8 or 9-inch cake pans, greased.
11
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 40 minutes or bake in two square 9-inch pans, 40 to 45 minutes.
12
Frost with Coconut Pecan Frosting.

2663

kcal

Calories

162

Fat

267

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 pkg. German sweet chocolate, 1/2 c. boiling water, 1 c. butter or other shortening, 2 c. sugar, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

German Chocolate Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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