Description
Sweet layers of white German chocolate cake melt together with creamy coconut-pecan frosting, creating a luxurious dessert that whispers indulgence. Rich textures and delicate flavors invite you to savor each memorable bite of this classic Southern confection.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Base:
- 1 package white cake mix
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling and Topping:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare your culinary workspace by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and preparing two 9-inch round cake pans with a light grease and flour coating.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, combine white cake mix, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg whites, and vanilla extract. Whip the mixture on medium speed until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Distribute the batter with precision across the prepared cake pans, ensuring an even spread.
- Position the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring for a clean toothpick test when inserted into the cake’s center.
- Allow the cakes to rest in their pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a cooling rack for complete temperature reduction.
- Craft the decadent frosting by melting butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Introduce sugar, evaporated milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract, stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a rich, golden-brown cream, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and fold in shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Let the frosting cool slightly to achieve optimal spreading consistency.
- Construct the cake by generously applying the coconut-pecan frosting between cake layers, then lavishly coating the top and exterior surfaces.
- Present the White German Chocolate Cake, slicing and serving this luxurious dessert to eager guests.
Notes
- Check cake doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center, which should come out clean with no wet batter, ensuring perfectly baked layers.
- Prevent cake from sticking by thoroughly greasing and flouring the pans, using a pastry brush or cooking spray for even coverage.
- Enhance flavor by allowing cake layers to cool completely before frosting, preventing melting and maintaining structural integrity of the dessert.
- Modify for dietary needs by substituting gluten-free cake mix, using dairy-free milk alternatives, and replacing egg whites with applesauce for vegan adaptation.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 404 kcal
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 178 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg