White German Chocolate Cake
This White German Chocolate Cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion. Easy to make and incredibly tasty, it offers a rich, creamy flavor that will delight beginners and experienced bakers alike. With layers of white chocolate cake and a coconut-pecan filling, this cake is sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 8 oz white chocolate melted
For the Coconut-Pecan Filling:
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the melted white chocolate and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- In a saucepan, combine the cream, sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in the coconut, pecans, and butter.
- Allow the cakes to cool, then layer them with the coconut-pecan filling in between and on top.
Notes
To make this White German Chocolate Cake even more decadent, try drizzling some extra melted white chocolate on top before serving. You can also substitute the pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different texture and flavor.
Nutrition: (per serving)
Calories: 350
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 95mg
Sodium: 170mg
Sugar: 32g
Calories: 350
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 95mg
Sodium: 170mg
Sugar: 32g