Description
German Chocolate Pecan Cream Cheese Dump Cake combines chocolate cake, coconut, pecans, and creamy cheesecake layers in one irresistible dessert.
It’s the perfect dessert for potlucks, holidays, Sunday dinners, birthdays, or whenever you need an impressive chocolate dessert without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
🍫 For the Cake
- 1 box (15.25 oz) German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
🧀 For the Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup evaporated milk
🥥 For the Topping
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup caramel sauce
✨ Optional
- Extra toasted pecans
- Extra coconut
- Chocolate drizzle
- Caramel drizzle
- Whipped cream
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pan
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously with butter or nonstick spray.
Step 2: Make the Chocolate Cake Layer
In a large bowl, combine:
- German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- Melted butter
- 1 egg
Mix until a thick batter forms.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture
Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Add:
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla
- Egg
- ½ cup evaporated milk
Beat until creamy and smooth.
Step 4: Add the Cream Cheese Layer
Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chocolate cake batter.
Don’t worry if some of the layers blend slightly.
Step 5: Add Coconut and Pecans
Sprinkle evenly with:
- Shredded coconut
- Chopped pecans
- Chocolate chips
Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for approximately 45–55 minutes.
The edges should be set and golden while the center remains slightly soft and gooey.
Step 7: Cool
Allow the cake to cool for at least 30–45 minutes before serving.
This gives the cream cheese layer time to firm up.
Step 8: Garnish and Serve
Drizzle with additional caramel and chocolate if desired.
Top individual slices with whipped cream and toasted pecans.
Notes
Don’t overbake this dump cake. The center should still look slightly soft when it comes out of the oven. It will continue to set as it cools.
For the best flavor, toast the pecans before adding them. Toasting brings out their natural buttery flavor and gives the dessert an extra layer of richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooling Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 43g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Protein: 7g