German Chocolate Bar Cake Recipe

April 02, 2023 Post a Comment

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Ingredients

For the cake, you’ll need:

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

For the frosting, you’ll need:

1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

In another large bowl, beat together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

To make the frosting, combine the condensed milk, butter, egg yolks, and vanilla extract in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and turns a light golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the coconut and pecans.

Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and let cool in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition

This German chocolate bar cake recipe makes 15 servings. Each serving contains 483 calories, 24.8 grams of fat, 6.9 grams of protein, and 59.4 grams of carbohydrates. It also contains 0.4 grams of fiber and 49.4 grams of sugar.

This cake is high in both fat and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation. If you want to make this recipe healthier, you can substitute the butter for a plant-based alternative, such as coconut oil, and use a sugar alternative, such as stevia.

This German chocolate bar cake is a delicious and indulgent treat that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Enjoy!