Heavenly German Chocolate Poke Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 1 box German chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12 oz) jar caramel sauce

For the Coconut-Pecan Topping:

  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (for topping)

For the Chocolate Ganache:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

For Garnish:

  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Extra chopped pecans

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Cake:
    Bake the German chocolate cake according to package instructions in a 9×13-inch pan. Let it cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Poke and Soak:
    Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, letting it seep into the holes. Follow with caramel sauce.
  3. Add Toppings:
    Sprinkle shredded coconut and chopped pecans evenly over the top of the cake.
  4. Make Chocolate Ganache:
    Heat heavy cream until simmering. Pour over chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Drizzle ganache over the cake.
  5. Chill and Serve:
    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Top each slice with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and extra pecans!

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