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German Chocolate Poke Cake

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Indulge your sweet tooth with this German Chocolate Poke Cake, a rich and decadent dessert that’s incredibly easy to prepare. Moist chocolate cake meets a luscious blend of sweetened condensed milk and caramel, soaking in the delightful flavors that make every bite irresistible. Topped with a gooey coconut-pecan mixture and finished off with a glossy chocolate ganache, this poke cake is perfect for potlucks, holidays, or simply satisfying your craving for something sweet at home. Elevate any occasion with this show-stopping treat that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans (toasted if preferred)
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions.
  2. Prepare the chocolate cake batter as directed, pour into a greased 9×13-inch pan, and bake until done (about 30 minutes). Cool for 10 minutes.
  3. Poke holes in the warm cake using a wooden spoon handle.
  4. Pour sweetened condensed milk over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  5. Drizzle caramel sauce on top.
  6. For the topping, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in coconut and pecans until warmed, then spread over the caramel layer.
  7. To make ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, let sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth.
  8. Spread ganache over the topping and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

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