Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 cup

chopped nuts

chopped

1.5 cup

coconut

18 unit

German chocolate cake mix

1 cup

water

0.5 cup

vegetable oil

2 unit

egg

0.5 cup

oleo

melted

8 unit

cream cheese

16 unit

powdered sugar

Step 1
~8 min

Butter a 9 x 13 inch oblong pan.

Step 2
~8 min

Pack chopped pecans in the bottom of the pan.

Step 3
~8 min

Press coconut on top of the pecans.

Step 4
~8 min

Mix the German chocolate cake mix according to the directions on the box using water, vegetable oil, and eggs.

Step 5
~8 min

Pour the cake batter into the pan on top of the coconut and nuts.

Step 6
~8 min

In a separate bowl, melt oleo (margarine or butter).

Step 7
~8 min

Add cream cheese and powdered sugar to the melted oleo and mix until smooth.

Step 8
~8 min

Pour the icing mixture over the unbaked cake.

Step 9
~8 min

Bake at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour, or until the cake is set.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of salt to the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.

Toast the coconut for a deeper flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Garnish with chocolate shavings.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert in potlucks and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Party
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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