Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe River Oyster BarGerman Chocolate Cake Recipe

German Chocolate Cake Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves12

walnut filling

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Walnut Filling Ingredients

Frosting Ingredients

Method

Cake Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oven and Pans

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.

  3. 3

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Add the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Boiling Water

    Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cakes

    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Cool the Cakes

    Remove from the oven and cool in pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.

Walnut Filling Directions

  1. 7

    Prepare the Filling

    In a saucepan, combine the chopped walnuts, sugar, shredded coconut, egg yolks, and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 8-10 minutes.

  2. 8

    Add Flavorings

    Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until melted and well combined. Allow the filling to cool completely.

Frosting Directions

  1. 9

    Prepare the Frosting

    In a large bowl, cream the butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with milk and vanilla extract until well combined and fluffy.

  2. 10

    Frost the Cake

    Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of walnut filling on top, then place the second layer on top and repeat. Finish by placing the third layer on top and frost the entire cake.

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