This is my fave cake. My mom used to make it for me each year on my birthday

Looking for a decadent dessert to treat yourself and loved ones at home? Look no further than this recipe for Homemade German Chocolate Cake. This cake is a rich and moist chocolate cake, layered with a sweet and nutty coconut pecan filling and topped with a creamy chocolate frosting. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a newcomer to the kitchen, this recipe is sure to please any chocolate lover.

As a child, my grandmother would always make this cake for special occasions and family gatherings. She would spend hours in the kitchen, carefully measuring out the ingredients and then watching as the cake baked to perfection in the oven. I remember being in awe of how delicious and beautiful the cake looked when it was finished. Now as an adult, I’ve taken on the tradition of making this German Chocolate Cake myself and it never fails to bring back cherished memories of time spent with my family. I hope this recipe will do the same for you and inspire you to create new memories with those you love.

Ingredients:

– 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup buttermilk
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 cup boiling water

For the Coconut Pecan Filling:
– 1 can sweetened condensed milk
– 3 egg yolks
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
– 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Chocolate Frosting:
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 3 cups powdered sugar
– 1/3 cup milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions: