Irresistible German Chocolate Cake

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar/lemon juice)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water or brewed coffee (enhances chocolate flavor)

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sweetened coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Chocolate Ganache (Optional):

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preparation

Step 1: Make the Chocolate Cake

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