30 September, 2021
Mom’s German Chocolate Cake
Original Post - June 11, 2020 for National German Chocolate Cake Day
Updated September 30, 2021
Growing up in Azusa, birthdays in our household were always something to look forward to, thanks to my mom's extraordinary efforts to make them extra special. Amidst all the festivities, there was one constant – my absolute favorite: Mom's homemade German Chocolate Cake. Year after year, she dedicated time and love to create this delectable treat for my birthday.
I can vividly recall the hours she spent toiling away in the kitchen, the rich aroma filling our home in anticipation of the celebration. Little did I know, these moments would become cherished memories that I'd come to fully appreciate when I had children of my own.
As much as I adore this tradition, I've found myself in a predicament. I'm the lone coconut and pecan enthusiast under my roof, and without these crucial ingredients, the cake just wouldn't be the same. It's a sacrifice I make, knowing that the magic lies not just in the cake itself but in the nostalgia it brings.
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Recently, I decided to embark on a journey down memory lane and requested the coveted recipe from my mom for this blog. She graciously shared her culinary secrets, revealing that the foundation is the recipe on the box of GERMAN'S Sweet Chocolate. However, she imparts her unique touch by incorporating real buttermilk and employing a patient hand while folding the batter – ensuring perfection without overmixing.
So here it is – the treasure of our family, passed down through generations. Join me in recreating this Sweet Chocolate Cake with German Pecan Frosting. May it bring the same joy and warm memories to your kitchen as it has to mine. Happy baking!
Mom's German Chocolate Cake
Equipment
- Parchment Paper
- 3 - 9" Cake Pans
- Classic Batter Bowl
- Hand Mixer & Bowl
- Patience
- Cake Tester & Releaser
- Stackable Cooling Rack Set
- Stainless Steel Whisk
- 2-qt. Nonstick Sauce Pan
- Classic Scraper
Ingredients
Cake
- 4 oz Bakers German Sweet Chocolate one package
- ½ Cup + 2 TBSP Water
- 2 Cups Flour
- 1 TSP Baking Soda
- ¼ TSP Salt
- 1 Cup Butter Softened
- 2 Cups Sugar
- 4 Eggs, Seperated
- 1 TSP vanilla
- 1 Cup Buttermilk
Coconut-Pecan Frosting
- 12 OZ Evaporated Milk (1 can)
- 1 ½ Cups Sugar
- ¾ Cups Butter
- 4 Eggs, Separated
- 1 ½ TSP Vanilla
- 3 Cups Flake Coconut
- 2 Cups Chopped Pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375° F
- Cover bottoms of 3 (9-inch) round pans with parchment; rub sides of pans with Crisco or light oil using a paper towel.
- Microwave chocolate and water in the Pampered Chef Batter Bowl on HIGH 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until chocolate is almost melted, stirring after 1 min. Stir until chocolate is completely melted.
- Beat all 8 egg whites in bowl with mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form; set aside.
- Combine flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add 4 egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each.
- Blend in melted chocolate and vanilla.
- Add flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating until well blended after each addition.
- Add about ¾ of the egg whites a little at a time, folding gently until blended. (Mom says she get a feel when the right amount of egg whites are added, it is about 6 of them. This is where the patience is needed.)
- Pour into prepared pans.
- Bake 30 minutes or until Cake Tester & Releaser inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately run the black end of the Cake Tester and Releaser around cakes in pans. Cool cakes in pans 15 min.
- Remove from pans to wire racks; cool completely.
Coconut-Pecan Frosting
- Beat egg yolks, milk, and vanilla in saucepan with whisk until blended. Add sugar and butter.
- Cook on medium heat 12 minutes or until thickened and golden brown, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- Add coconut and pecans; mix well.
Assemble Cake
- Spread the Coconut-Pecan Frosting between cake layers and onto top of cake with a Classic Scraper.
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2 thoughts
Yum!
I’d love it if you shared this at the what’s for dinner party!!