German Chocolate Poke Cake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chocolate Cake Base

01 - 1 box German chocolate cake mix
02 - 120 ml vegetable oil
03 - 3 large eggs
04 - 240 ml water

→ Coconut-Pecan Topping

05 - 1 can (354 ml) evaporated milk
06 - 200 g granulated sugar
07 - 115 g unsalted butter
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 120 g sweetened shredded coconut
10 - 120 g chopped pecans

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C and generously grease a 23x33 cm baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and water.
03 - Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until the batter is smooth and homogeneous.
04 - Transfer the batter to the prepared dish and use a spatula to spread it evenly.
05 - Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
06 - Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
07 - With the end of a wooden spoon or skewer, puncture holes evenly across the surface of the slightly cooled cake.
08 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine evaporated milk, granulated sugar, butter, and vanilla extract.
09 - Stir constantly until the butter has melted and all sugar is dissolved.
10 - Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
11 - Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
12 - Pour the warm coconut-pecan mixture over the cake, ensuring all holes are filled and the topping is evenly spread.
13 - Cool the cake completely in the pan on a wire rack, allowing the topping to set.
14 - Slice the cooled cake and serve, or refrigerate until needed.

# Notes:

01 - Thoroughly greasing the baking dish prevents sticking and aids release.
02 - For a deeper flavor, opt for full-fat evaporated milk.
03 - To reduce sweetness, decrease granulated sugar by 50 g.
04 - Cool cake entirely before serving to allow proper setting of topping.
05 - Keeps refrigerated for up to 3 days, enhancing flavor on the second day.

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