Introduction
The German Chocolate Sheet Cake, a cake that is very rich and tasty making it suitable for any kind of celebration. This is a well-known traditional pastry with moist layers filled with coconut-pecan frosting which everyone will enjoy since the combination of chocolate and nutty tastes makes it a crowd pleaser. You can make your own delicious German Chocolate Sheet Cake by following this step-by-step guide.
The Origin of German Chocolate Sheet Cake
The cakes called German Chocolate Sheet Cake are named after their father Samuel German, who is an American baker and not a German native. It was invented in the United States; it was also as well named after him. Samuel German, an American baker, invented it in 1852 to make the so-called Baker’s chocolate. A Texas homemaker first published a recipe for original German Chocolate Cake in 1957 in a local newspaper which described it as a fudgy chocolate cake topped with coconut-pecan frosting. Hence, this innovative sheet cake adaptation streamlines the traditional dessert for ease of making and serving yet still retaining its delicious taste.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups white flour
2 cups sugar
1 cup margarine or butter
1 cup tap water
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 large domestic fowl eggs.
Half a cup buttermilk.
One teaspoon baking soda.
One teaspoon vanilla extract.
Half teaspoon salt.
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For the Frosting:
One cup evaporated milk.
One cup sugar granules.
Three big egg yolks beaten up.
Half a cup margarine or butter.
Vanilla extract one tea spoonful.
One and half cups sweetened shredded coconut.
Chopped pecans one cup.
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Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare:
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) then rub a 13×9-inch baking pan with oil before keeping it aside.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
In one big bowl mix together flour, sugar, baking soda and salt.
3. Make the Cake Batter:
In another pot melt butter in water and add cocoa powder to it; boil briefly, then turn off the heat; pour this hot mixture into the dry ingredients and blend well.
4. Add Wet Ingredients:
Stir in eggs, buttermilk and vanilla essence until combined thoroughly.
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5. Bake the Cake:
Transfer the batter into an already prepared baking pan. It is baked for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean from its center. Allow the cake to cool fully by placing it on a wire rack in the pan.
6. Prepare the Frosting:
Combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks and butter in another saucepan of medium size over medium heat stir constantly till it has thickened as well as turned brownish gold for around twelve minutes after which remove from heat and add coconut pecans vanilla; allow frosting cool down at room temperature;
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7. Frost the Cake:
Once cold, spread coconut-pecan frosting evenly over cake
8. Serve and Enjoy:
Cut into squares then serve with its incredibly irresistible coconut pecan topping while enjoying this luscious moist cake.
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Conclusion
The German Chocolate Sheet Cake is an ageless dessert that always amazes. The way it combines difference taste and texture makes it a favourite at any gathering or special occasion. You can try this recipe and spread the joy of this delightful cake to your family and friends.