Inside Out German Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate cake experience with this Inside Out German Chocolate Cake, a decadent twist on the classic dessert that's sure to impress. Featuring ultra-moist layers of rich chocolate cake, thanks to a touch of buttermilk and boiling water in the batter, this showstopping treat is generously filled and coated with a luscious coconut-pecan filling. Made with butter, sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and crunchy pecans, the buttery filling adds a sweet, nutty contrast to the bold chocolate flavor. Topped with a drizzle of silky melted dark chocolate for an elegant finish, this crowd-pleaser is as gorgeous as it is delicious. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you're craving a truly indulgent dessert, this recipe combines classic flavors with an inside-out presentation that's as fun to make as it is to eat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 ounces dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until fully combined.
Slowly stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the coconut-pecan filling. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans, and cook for 5-7 minutes until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and let cool.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate and add a generous amount of the coconut-pecan filling on top, spreading evenly.
Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining coconut-pecan filling over the top and sides of the cake.
Drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the top of the cake in a decorative pattern.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
Slice and enjoy this decadent Inside Out German Chocolate Cake with friends and family!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 432.9 g | 555% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.8 g | 874% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 69.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 782 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 6165 mg | 268% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1060.8 g | 386% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 97.7 g | 349% | |
| Total Sugars | 736.1 g | ||
| Protein | 130.4 g | 261% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 1892 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 58.5 mg | 325% | |
| Potassium | 6186 mg | 132% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
