German Chocolate Cake

German Chocolate Cake can indeed be a bit time-consuming, but the results are definitely worth it! The classic version involves several steps, including making the cake batter, baking the layers, and preparing the coconut-pecan frosting. Here’s a simplified breakdown of the process:

Ingredients

Cake:

• 1 package (4 oz) sweet baking chocolate
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 large eggs, separated
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk

Frosting:

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 cups flaked coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Cake:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round baking pans.
2. Melt Chocolate: In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate with water over low heat, stirring until smooth. Let it cool.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, then add the melted chocolate and vanilla extract.
5. Combine: Add the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
6. Beat Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold them gently into the batter.
7. Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.

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Frosting:

1. Cook Frosting: In a large saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and golden brown (about 12 minutes). Remove from heat.
2. Add Coconut and Pecans: Stir in the coconut and pecans. Cool until thick enough to spread.

Assembly:

1. Layer Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with a third of the frosting. Repeat layers twice.
2. Finish: Let the cake stand at room temperature until the frosting sets.

Despite the multiple steps, following them carefully will ensure a delicious and impressive German Chocolate Cake. Enjoy!