Description
A delightful and moist white German chocolate cake layered with a rich coconut-pecan frosting. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat any day!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 package of white cake mix
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg whites, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until smooth and well blended.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Add granulated sugar, evaporated milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Stir continuously for 10-12 minutes until thickened and golden brown.
- Stir in sweetened shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Allow to cool slightly.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread coconut-pecan frosting on top, then add the second layer. Frost the entire cake evenly.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy your White German Chocolate Cake!
Notes
- Ensure the cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- You can make the frosting ahead of time and refrigerate it; just allow it to come to room temperature before using.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg