Ingredients
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To make this delectable German Chocolate Roll Cake, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a jelly roll pan.
- Whisk together dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Prepare frosting by heating butter, evaporated milk, and powdered sugar in a saucepan.
- Once the cake cools, roll it up in a powdered sugar-dusted towel.
- Unroll the cake, spread frosting, and re-roll without the towel.
- Top with remaining frosting and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the cake cools completely before frosting.
- You can add extra coconut and pecans on top for garnish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian