Family German Chocolate Cake

This German Chocolate Cake is a true showstopper, featuring rich, moist chocolate cake layers generously adorned with a sweet, gooey coconut-pecan frosting. It’s a classic for a reason, offering a delightful balance of deep chocolate and caramelized nutty sweetness in every bite.

Ingredients:

For the Cake
IngredientQuantity
All-purpose flour2 cups
Granulated sugar2 cups
Unsweetened cocoa powder¾ cup
Baking soda2 tsp
Baking powder1 tsp
Salt½ tsp
Buttermilk1 cup
Vegetable oil½ cup
Large eggs2
Vanilla extract2 tsp
Hot water (or hot coffee)1 cup
For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting