Looking for an easy yet decadent dessert? This German Chocolate Dump Cake is rich, gooey, and packed with chocolate, coconut, and pecans. All with minimal effort.
It's an easy dessert made with simple ingredients, including a box of cake mix, instant pudding, nutty pecans, and sweet gooey coconut.
Every bite is packed with rich flavors of chocolate, making it the perfect no-fuss indulgent dessert for any occasion.
Why I Love This Recipe
I love easy dessert recipes that are made with simple ingredients, and bonus points for being a chocolate dessert. A box of chocolate cake mix makes it quick, while the caramel, pecans, and coconut brings that German cake flavor.
This indulgent treat is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply when craving a fuss-free sweet treat.
Why you'll love this recipe - it's made with simple pantry ingredients, no complicated steps, and for the rich gooey chocolate-caramel flavor.
Questions About This Easy Recipe
If this is a dump cake why do we have to mix the pudding and cake mix together first? While many dump cakes are just layering without mixing. Combining the pudding with the box of cake mix in this recipe helps to create a richer moister texture.
How do I tell if this dump cake is fully baked? You'll know when this German dump cake is fully baked, the edges start to pull away from the side of the baking dish. Also, a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean.
How do I store this dump cake recipe? To store this chocolate German dump cake cover it with plastic wrap or foil and keep it at room temperature.
This way will last for 2-3 days. For longer storage place in an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator.
Now you might be wondering what is the best way to serve this German chocolate dump cake? Top it with vanilla ice cream and drizzle a bit of caramel sauce on top.
More Easy Dump Cake Recipes
Craving more easy desserts? Try our caramel apple dump cake or our 3 ingredient blueberry dump cake. Leave a comment on how this German chocolate dump cake turned out for you.
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German Chocolate Dump Cake
This German chocolate dump cake is a rich, chocolatey dessert that's loaded with cocoanut pecans, caramel, and chocolate goodness.
Ingredients
- 1 box Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix
- 2 Cups Milk
- 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix
- 1 Cup Flaked Coconut
- 1 Cup Chopped Pecans
- 1 Cup Caramel Sauce
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray, and set aside.
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Into a large mixing bowl add in the instant pudding and milk, mix until combined.
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Mix the dry cake mix into the pudding, and stir to combine.
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Spread the pudding cake mixture into the prepared baking dish.
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Sprinkle the coconut flakes and the chopped pecans over the top of the cake batter.
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Drizzle the caramel sauce all over the top of the coconut and pecans.
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Place in the preheated 350℉ oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center of the cake is done. Use a toothpick to insert into the middle of the cake, if the toothpick comes out clean the cake is fully baked.
Pam
This looks so good, can’t wait to make it. I’m adding it to my meal plan for the week.