Description
German Chocolate Dump Cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers who want all the rich flavors of a traditional German chocolate cake without the time-consuming preparation. This easy, crowd-pleasing dessert combines moist chocolate cake, creamy sweetened condensed milk, buttery coconut, crunchy pecans, and melted chocolate into one irresistibly gooey masterpiece. Every spoonful is packed with layers of warm chocolate, toasted pecans, sweet coconut, and rich buttery goodness.
Ingredients
🍫 For the Cake
- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
🥥 For the Coconut Pecan Layer
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1½ cups chopped pecans
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
🍫 For the Chocolate Layer
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup milk chocolate chips
🧈 For the Butter Topping
- ½ cup unsalted butter, sliced into thin pats
🍨 Optional Garnishes
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate syrup
- Toasted pecans
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Step 2: Prepare the Cake Batter
In a large bowl combine:
- German chocolate cake mix
- Milk
- Melted butter
- Eggs
- Vanilla
Beat until smooth.
Pour evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: Add the Chocolate Layer
Sprinkle evenly over the batter:
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Milk chocolate chips
Step 4: Prepare the Coconut Pecan Layer
In a bowl combine:
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Coconut
- Pecans
- Brown sugar
- Cinnamon (optional)
Mix well.
Carefully spoon the mixture evenly over the cake batter.
Do not stir.
Step 5: Add the Butter
Place thin slices of butter evenly across the top.
As the cake bakes, the butter melts into the topping, creating an incredibly rich texture.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the cake is set around the edges and the center is slightly gooey.
The coconut should be lightly golden.
Step 7: Cool Slightly
Allow the cake to cool for 15–20 minutes.
This helps the chocolate and coconut filling set while remaining wonderfully gooey.
Step 8: Serve
Spoon warm servings into dessert bowls.
Top with:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate drizzle
- Extra toasted pecans
- Toasted coconut
Enjoy while warm.
Notes
- Use room-temperature eggs for a smoother batter.
- Toast the pecans before using them for deeper flavor.
- Don’t overbake—the center should remain soft and fudgy.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator.
- Reheat individual servings for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 46g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Protein: 7g