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German Chocolate Cake Trifle

A scrumptious, layered masterpiece that takes the beloved German chocolate cake to new heights, perfect for celebrations or just because.
Prep Time2 hours
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate, Trifle
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • Trifle Dish
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Cake Base Ingredients

  • 1 box German chocolate cake mix Prepared according to package instructions

Filling and Frosting Components

  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

  • chocolate chips For topping
  • fresh berries For topping
  • caramel sauce For drizzling

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and prepare the cake mix as directed. Bake for 25-30 minutes, let it cool, then cube.
  • In a saucepan, mix sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, butter, and sugar over medium heat until thick. Add egg yolks, cook until bubbly, then mix in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool.
  • In a trifle dish, layer cake cubes and coconut-pecan filling. Repeat, ending with a filling layer. Optionally, top with chocolate chips or berries.

Notes

Refrigerate if not serving immediately. Cover with plastic wrap for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg