Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 unit

Margarine

melted

1 box

Confectioners Sugar

1 box

German Chocolate Cake Mix

prepared according to package directions

8 oz

Cream Cheese

softened

1 cup

Chopped Nuts

chopped

1 cup

Angel Flake Coconut

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Melt 1 stick (1/2 cup) of margarine.

Step 3
~4 min

Pour the melted margarine into the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~4 min

Stir in 1 cup of chopped nuts and 1 cup of angel flake coconut.

Step 5
~4 min

Prepare German chocolate cake mix according to package directions.

Step 6
~4 min

Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan, over the nut and coconut mixture.

Step 7
~4 min

Melt the remaining 1 stick (1/2 cup) of margarine.

Step 8
~4 min

Soften 8 oz of cream cheese.

Step 9
~4 min

Add the melted margarine to the softened cream cheese and mix well.

Step 10
~4 min

Gradually add 1 box of confectioners sugar to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until smooth.

Step 11
~4 min

Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake batter.

Step 12
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 13
~4 min

Let cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Grease the baking pan well to prevent sticking.

Cool completely before inverting for best results.

Garnish with additional coconut flakes or chopped nuts after inverting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pair with a glass of cold milk.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A modern twist on a classic dessert.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays
Special Occasions

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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