Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, blend eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually mix into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, combine evaporated milk, sugar, butter, and egg yolks in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until thickened (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat and mix in coconut and pecans. Let cool slightly before frosting the cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg