Classic German Chocolate Cake 🍫🥥

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1½ cups granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup hot water

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Slowly mix in the hot water until the batter is smooth and fairly thin.
5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.
6. For the frosting, combine the evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
7. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with frosting. Add the second layer and cover the top generously with the remaining coconut-pecan frosting.
8. Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.