Classic German Chocolate Cake with Coconut-Pecan Filling

Classic German Chocolate Cake with Coconut-Pecan Filling

A Classic German Chocolate Cake is a rich, moist dessert known for its signature layers of chocolate cake paired with a luscious coconut-pecan filling. Though the name suggests German origin, the cake is actually an American creation that has become a staple dessert in many households, especially for special occasions. The combination of the slightly sweet chocolate cake and the nutty, creamy filling makes this cake a memorable treat.

History of German Chocolate Cake

The origins of this dessert date back to 1852 when Samuel German, an American baker, developed a dark baking chocolate for Baker’s Chocolate Company. This new type of chocolate, milder than traditional baking chocolate, was named German’s Sweet Chocolate in his honor. Over a century later, a recipe for German’s Chocolate Cake appeared in a Texas newspaper, which quickly gained national popularity. The cake’s name eventually evolved to German Chocolate Cake, and today it stands as a beloved dessert in the United States.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups of granulated sugar
• 1-3/4 cups of all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1-1/2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1-1/2 teaspoons of baking soda
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup of whole milk
• 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• 1 cup of boiling water

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