Sink your teeth into this gooey, rich German Chocolate Poke Cake! With layers of caramel, coconut, pecans, and whipped cream, this dessert is sure to impress any crowd.
Ingredients:
1 box German chocolate cake mix (plus box ingredients)
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 jar caramel sauce
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1 tub Cool Whip (or 2 cups homemade whipped cream)
1 cup melted chocolate chips
Directions:
Bake the Cake:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the cake mix per package instructions and bake in a 9×13-inch dish.
Make Caramel Sauce:
While the cake bakes, combine sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce.
Poke & Pour:
Once baked, let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes all over. Pour the caramel mixture, making sure it seeps into the holes.
Top & Decorate:
Once cooled, spread Cool Whip over the cake. Sprinkle coconut and pecans, and drizzle melted chocolate on top.
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Summary:
This Ultimate German Chocolate Poke Cake is a dreamy, easy-to-make treat layered with caramel, coconut, and pecans. Topped with Cool Whip and drizzled with chocolate, it’s the perfect indulgence for any occasion!
