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German Chocolate Dump Cake

Deliciously Easy German Chocolate Dump Cake for Everyone

This German Chocolate Dump Cake is an effortless yet indulgent dessert combining chocolate, pecans, and coconut.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Devil's Food Cake Mix Use a regular size package for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Adds richness and moisture.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Infuses sweetness; omit if desired.
  • 1 cup Chopped Toasted Pecans Deliver a nutty crunch; walnuts are a substitute.
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Add an extra layer of chocolate.
For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat is recommended.
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Add gradually for a lump-free consistency.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Elevates the overall flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer or whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Evenly spread the sweetened shredded coconut and chopped toasted pecans at the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the Devil's Food cake mix evenly over the coconut and pecans without stirring.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine softened cream cheese, melted butter, and vanilla extract and beat until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the confectioners' sugar until fully combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the top of the cake mix without fully combining.
  7. Sprinkle semisweet chocolate chips and remaining pecans on top of the cream cheese mixture.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
  9. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving warm with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the best experience.

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