German Chocolate Sheet Cake Recipe (Say “yummy” to get added to the Active Member List!)
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups white sugar
– ¼ cup cocoa powder
– 1 cup water
– ½ cup butter (1 stick)
– ½ cup shortening
– 4 oz German baking chocolate
– ½ cup buttermilk
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 2 eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
– 12 oz can evaporated milk
– 3 egg yolks
– ¾ cup butter
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup brown sugar
– 1 ½ cups shredded coconut
– 1 ½ cups pecans, roughly chopped
– 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a sheet pan.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
– In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and cocoa powder.
– In a small saucepan, combine the water, butter, shortening, and German baking chocolate. Bring to a boil over medium heat until smooth and fully combined.
– Add the hot mixture to the dry ingredients and whisk to combine.
– Stir in the buttermilk, baking soda, salt, eggs, and vanilla, mixing well between each addition.
3. Bake the Cake:
– Pour the batter into the prepared sheet pan.
– Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
– Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
4. Prepare the Frosting:
– In a medium saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, egg yolks, butter, and both sugars over medium heat.
– Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir frequently and cook for 10-12 minutes until thickened.
– Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract.
– Let the frosting cool slightly before spreading it over the cooled cake.
5. Chill and Serve:
– Chill the frosted cake in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
– Slice and serve this delicious German Chocolate Sheet Cake.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
– Calories: Approx. 450 kcal
– Prep Time: 20 minutes
– Cook Time: 22 minutes
– Total Time: 2 hours 42 minutes (including chilling time)
– Servings: 24 slices
Enjoy this decadent and flavorful German Chocolate Sheet Cake, perfect for any celebration!