Description
Indulge in the Decadent German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake, a luxurious dessert that combines rich chocolate with creamy coconut and crunchy pecans. This delightful rolled cake is perfect for celebrating special occasions or enjoying as a weekend treat. Its stunning presentation and irresistible flavors will captivate your guests, making it a showstopper on any dessert table. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a memorable dessert that satisfies even the most discerning sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup butter
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a large baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in boiling water gradually until well blended.
- Pour batter onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the frosting by cooking evaporated milk, sugar, butter, egg yolks, and vanilla over medium heat until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in coconut and pecans.
- Let the cake cool slightly before frosting it evenly. Roll it up starting from one end and chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg