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German Chocolate Bundt Cake

German Chocolate Bundt Cake

The ultimate comfort food, this German Chocolate Bundt Cake is rich, moist, and indulgent. With a decadent chocolate flavor and a delightful coconut-pecan filling, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. Treat yourself tonight!
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Light brown sugar firmly packed
  • 4 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1.5 cups Whole buttermilk room temperature
  • 6 ounces Sweet baking chocolate melted and cooled
  • 1 recipe Coconut-Pecan Filling recipe follows
  • 1 recipe Creamy Chocolate Frosting recipe follows
  • 1 garnish Lightly toasted sweetened flaked coconut
  • 1 garnish Finely chopped toasted pecans

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and sugars at medium speed until fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes, stopping to scrape sides of bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. With mixer on low speed, gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture, beating just until combined after each addition. Stir in melted chocolate until combined.
  4. Spray a 12-cup Bundt pan with baking spray with flour. Spoon batter into prepared pan, and spread into an even layer. Tap pan on a kitchen towel-lined counter several times to settle batter and release air bubbles.
  5. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 50 to 55 minutes. Let cool in pan for 15 minutes. Invert cake onto a wire rack, and let cool completely.
  6. Measuring 1¼ inches from bottom of cake, cut cake in half horizontally using a large, serrated knife. Using a cake board or cake lifter, remove top half, and set aside. Spread Coconut-Pecan Filling evenly on top of bottom half. Replace top half. Spread Creamy Chocolate Frosting on top of cake. Garnish with toasted coconut and chopped pecans, if desired. (Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set frosting for a cleaner cut, if desired).

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze this cake for up to three months. Wrap it well in plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn.
  • Tip 3: Try adding a layer of your favorite fruit preserves between the cake layers for a fruity twist.
  • Tip 4: Pair with a hot cup of coffee to balance the sweetness and enrich the overall tasting experience.
  • Tip 5: Experiment with different frostings, such as a cream cheese frosting for a tangy contrast.