Grandma’s German Chocolate Cake

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Bake the Cake Layers

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
• Mix cake ingredients until smooth; divide evenly between pans.
• Bake 28–32 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire racks.

2. Make Coconut-Pecan Frosting

• Combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks & butter in a saucepan.
• Cook on medium heat 10–12 mins, stirring constantly until thick.
• Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
• Let frosting cool completely.

3. Assemble the Cake

• Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
• Spread a thick layer of frosting on top.
• Add second cake layer and frost top and sides generously.
• Garnish with whole pecans for extra charm.

💡 Notes & Tips

• Make Ahead: Bake cake and frosting a day early, store separately.
• Storage: Keep covered in fridge up to 5 days.
• Freeze: Unfrosted cake layers freeze beautifully up to 2 months.
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