German Chocolate Pound Cake – Rich, Moist & Topped with Coconut Pecan Glory

German Chocolate Pound Cake combines the deep, moist richness of chocolate pound cake with the iconic coconut pecan frosting we all love. This recipe yields a show-stopping dessert perfect for holidays, birthdays, or anytime you want a truly special treat.

🧾 Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk

For the Coconut Pecan Frosting:

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

👨‍🍳 Instructions