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Decadent German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake Recipe

Decadent German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake. A moist chocolate cake filled with a luscious coconut-pecan mixture and topped with a creamy chocolate frosting, this dessert is sure to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

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For the cake:

  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the filling:

  • 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the frosting:

  • 4 oz German sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  2. Prepare the cake: Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Beat egg yolks with sugars and vanilla, then mix in buttermilk. Beat egg whites to stiff peaks and fold into the yolk mixture. Fold in dry ingredients, spread in pan, and bake for 10–12 minutes. Cool and roll.
  3. Make the filling: Cook evaporated milk, sugars, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla until thickened. Stir in coconut and pecans. Cool.
  4. Prepare the frosting: Melt chocolate with cream and butter until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  5. Assemble the cake: Unroll cooled cake, spread filling, roll up, and frost with chocolate glaze. Chill before slicing.

Notes

  • Make ahead by preparing the filling and frosting a day in advance.
  • Garnish with extra coconut and chopped pecans if desired.

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