Follow these steps for perfect results
Coconut
Nuts
German chocolate cake mix
Butter
melted
Cream cheese
softened
Confectioners sugar
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread coconut and nuts evenly in the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
Prepare the German chocolate cake mix according to the instructions on the box.
Pour the cake batter evenly over the coconut and nuts in the pan.
In a separate bowl, melt butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add confectioners' sugar to the melted butter and cream cheese mixture and mix until well combined and smooth.
Pour the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cake batter in the pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the cake appears bubbly and slightly runny, but not completely done.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Toast the coconut and nuts for enhanced flavor.
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother frosting.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance
Dust with cocoa powder and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Serve with vanilla ice cream
Garnish with chocolate shavings
Balances the sweetness
Complements the sweetness
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