German Chocolate Sheet Cake – Easy Recipes Delight
This moist and rich German Chocolate Sheet Cake is one of those easy recipes that’s perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 16 squares
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup butter (for frosting)
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a saucepan, combine water, 1/2 cup butter, and cocoa powder. Bring to a boil and stir until smooth. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the cocoa mixture, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- To make the frosting, combine 1/2 cup butter, evaporated milk, sugar, and egg yolks in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10-12 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cake before serving.