German Chocolate Pound Cake 🍫

A rich, decadent pound cake topped with creamy coconut pecan frosting and a drizzle of chocolate —
a true showstopper for any dessert table!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk

For the Coconut Pecan Frosting:

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter

1. Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with dry ingredients.
5. Mix until just combined — do not overmix.

3. Bake the Cake

1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly.
2. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
3. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely on a wire rack.

4. Prepare the Coconut Pecan Frosting

1. In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens (about 10–12 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and chopped pecans.
4. Allow to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.

5. Frost the Cake

1. Once the cake is completely cool, spoon the frosting over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides naturally.
2. For an extra touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the frosting.