Description
Sweet layers of white German chocolate embrace a luscious cheesecake center, creating a dessert masterpiece that delights sophisticated palates. Creamy, indulgent textures and rich flavors invite you to savor each memorable bite of this extraordinary cake.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Cake Ingredients:
- 1 package white cake mix
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) evaporated milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping/Garnish Ingredients:
- 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 with grease and flour coating.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together white cake mix, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg whites, and vanilla extract until the mixture achieves a smooth, consistent texture.
- Distribute the batter equally between the prepared cake pans, ensuring an even surface.
- Place pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick that should emerge clean when inserted into the cake’s center.
- Allow cakes to rest in pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire cooling 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 consistency, which typically takes 10-12 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and fold in shredded coconut and chopped pecans, allowing the frosting to cool and slightly thicken.
- Assemble the cake by spreading the coconut-pecan frosting between cake layers and covering the entire exterior of the cake.
- Slice the cake and serve this luxurious white German chocolate dessert, ready to be savored.
Notes
- Customize the cake mix by using a premium white cake mix for enhanced flavor and texture.
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for better incorporation and smoother batter.
- Replace buttermilk with Greek yogurt or sour cream for a richer, tangier taste and added moisture.
- Check cake doneness early to prevent overbaking, which can lead to a dry cake.
- Stabilize frosting by chilling it briefly if it becomes too runny during preparation.
- Transform into a gluten-free version by selecting a gluten-free white cake mix and verifying all ingredients.
- Create a lighter option by using reduced-fat ingredients and substituting some nuts with toasted coconut flakes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 392 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 196 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg