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German Chocolate Poke Cake Squares

Warm, fudgy chocolate cake studded with sweet condensed milk, gooey caramel, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans, perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix, plus ingredients listed on the box
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces)
  • 1 jar caramel sauce (12 ounces)
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tub whipped topping (8 ounces)
  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup

Instructions

  1. Prepare and bake the chocolate cake in a 9×13-inch pan according to the package directions. Lightly grease the pan or line it with parchment for easy removal.
  2. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes.
  3. Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake, about 1 inch apart.
  4. Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake.
  5. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top.
  6. Sprinkle with shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
  7. Let the cake cool completely.
  8. Spread the whipped topping over the cake.
  9. Drizzle with chocolate syrup.
  10. Chill for at least 120 minutes before cutting into squares.

Notes

Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: German chocolate cake, poke cake, chocolate dessert, easy dessert, cake squares