Description
Bavarian bliss cake weaves alpine magic into each delectable slice, promising winter dessert perfection. Delicate layers of creamy texture and rich flavors invite sweet-toothed travelers to savor Germany’s most enchanting winter treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package white cake mix
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large egg whites
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 3 large egg yolks
Flavor Enhancers and Texture Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
- Blend white cake mix, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg whites, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl until the batter achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Distribute the batter equally between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center.
- Allow cakes to rest in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Create the frosting by melting butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then incorporate sugar, evaporated milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract.
- Continuously stir the mixture, cooking until it transforms into a golden-brown, thick sauce, which typically takes 10-12 minutes.
- Remove frosting from heat and fold in shredded coconut and chopped pecans, allowing the mixture to cool slightly.
- Construct the cake by layering the coconut-pecan frosting between cake layers and coating the entire exterior.
- Slice the cake and serve immediately to enjoy its rich, decadent flavors.
Notes
- Swap buttermilk with dairy-free alternatives like almond milk or coconut milk for lactose-intolerant bakers.
- Toast pecans before adding to frosting to enhance their nutty flavor and provide extra crunch.
- Reduce sugar content by using monk fruit sweetener or stevia for a lower-calorie version of the cake.
- Use parchment paper when greasing cake pans to ensure easy cake removal and prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg