{"id":4525,"date":"2025-04-01T14:23:30","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T14:23:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/?p=4525"},"modified":"2026-01-17T10:28:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T10:28:32","slug":"german-chocolate-poke-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Tarta de chocolate alemana"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This is a soft German Chocolate Poke Cake topped with a creamy sauce and crunchy nuts. It&#8217;s delicious, sweet, and has a great texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I learned to make German Chocolate Poke Cake when I was in college. At first, I thought it was a traditional German cake just because of the name. But I later found out that it actually comes from the U.S. The cake doesn\u2019t have a classic recipe, but it does include some basics like poking holes in the cake and adding caramel sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I shared the version of the German Chocolate Poke Cake that I always make, which is a bit different from the traditional way. I prepare the chocolate cake separately, just like any regular chocolate cake. For the topping, I mix sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce. I didn\u2019t use whipped topping in my version, but I mentioned it because some people might like it for extra creaminess. I just used the sauce on top with a few small pieces of nuts which is enough for me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The taste is delicious, and the cake is perfect for a cozy family evening with a warm drink. You can also enjoy it in the morning. It\u2019s sweet and easy to make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/German-Chocolate-Poke-Cake.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/German-Chocolate-Poke-Cake.webp 640w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/German-Chocolate-Poke-Cake-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/German-Chocolate-Poke-Cake-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/German-Chocolate-Poke-Cake-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Alternar tabla de contenidos\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#What_is_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake\" >What is German Chocolate Poke Cake?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Kitchen_Equipment_Needed\" >Kitchen Equipment Needed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#How_to_Make_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake\" >How to Make German Chocolate Poke Cake?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Step_1\" >Step 1:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Step_2\" >Step 2:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Step_3\" >Step 3:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Step_4\" >Step 4:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Step_5\" >Step 5:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Step_6\" >Step 6:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#some_Tips\" >some Tips!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#How_to_Store_Leftovers\" >How to Store Leftovers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#What_to_Eat_with_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake\" >What to Eat with German Chocolate Poke Cake?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Can_I_use_a_different_cake_mix_flavor\" >Can I use a different cake mix flavor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#How_can_I_make_the_cake_less_sweet\" >How can I make the cake less sweet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#What_is_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake_made_of\" >What is German Chocolate Poke Cake made of?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#What_does_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake_taste_like\" >What does German Chocolate Poke Cake taste like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Can_I_use_homemade_caramel_sauce\" >Can I use homemade caramel sauce?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#What_if_I_dont_like_coconut\" >What if I don\u2019t like coconut?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#How_should_I_serve_the_cake\" >How should I serve the cake?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake\" >German Chocolate Poke Cake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Directions\" >Directions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/es\/german-chocolate-poke-cake\/#Notes\" >Notes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake\"><\/span>What is German Chocolate Poke Cake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This classic German Chocolate Poke Cake is made from a chocolate cake mix, sweetened condensed milk, and caramel sauce, and topped with whipped cream (Optional), and chopped pecans. A soft chocolate cake with holes poked allowing the sweet caramel mixture to soak in. The cake is easy to make at home and has the crunchy and sweet flavor that everyone loves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 box of chocolate cake mix or chocolate fudge cake mix (I used chocolate cake mix for this recipe)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/2 cup vegetable oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 large eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup caramel sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup shredded coconut<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup chopped pecans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup whipped topping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"698\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T003959.763-698x1024.webp\" alt=\"German Chocolate Poke Cake\" class=\"wp-image-4520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T003959.763-698x1024.webp 698w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T003959.763-205x300.webp 205w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T003959.763-150x220.webp 150w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T003959.763.webp 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kitchen_Equipment_Needed\"><\/span>Kitchen Equipment Needed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>9-inch round cake pan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mixing bowls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wooden spoon or straw<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measuring cups and spoons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whisk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rubber spatula<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wire rack (for cooling)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake\"><\/span>How to Make German Chocolate Poke Cake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1\"><\/span>Step 1:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Heat the oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Grease a round cake pan. Mix chocolate cake mix, water, oil, and eggs in a big bowl until smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2\"><\/span>Step 2:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pour the mix into the pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3\"><\/span>Step 3:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cool the cake for 10 minutes, then move it to a rack. When it&#8217;s cool, poke holes all over with a wooden spoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4\"><\/span>Step 4:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mix sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce. Pour it over the cake, letting it go into the holes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5\"><\/span>Step 5:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can Spread whipped topping on the cake and sprinkle it with shredded coconut and chopped pecans. (I didn&#8217;t add this step for this recipe, I only added the mix of sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce with some nuts).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6\"><\/span>Step 6:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Put the cake in the fridge for 2 hours to set. Then Enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"698\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004003.949-698x1024.webp\" alt=\"German Chocolate Poke Cake\" class=\"wp-image-4519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004003.949-698x1024.webp 698w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004003.949-205x300.webp 205w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004003.949-150x220.webp 150w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004003.949.webp 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"some_Tips\"><\/span>some Tips!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Before you start poking holes or adding the topping, let the cake cool completely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the end of a wooden spoon or a straw to poke holes, but don\u2019t press too hard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let the cake cool before you poke holes or add the toppings you want.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Putting the cake in the refrigerator for a couple of hours helps the caramel and topping set.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Store_Leftovers\"><\/span>How to Store Leftovers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Put any leftover cake in a container with a tight lid or cover it with plastic wrap. Keep it in the fridge. The cake will stay good to eat for up to 5 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"698\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004034.484-698x1024.webp\" alt=\"German Chocolate Poke Cake\" class=\"wp-image-4518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004034.484-698x1024.webp 698w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004034.484-205x300.webp 205w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004034.484-150x220.webp 150w, https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blog-Post-2024-08-07T004034.484.webp 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Eat_with_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake\"><\/span>What to Eat with German Chocolate Poke Cake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I love combining the caramel soft texture of this German Chocolate Poke Cake with <a href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/oatmeal-cookies-without-brown-sugar\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4408\">oatmeal cookies without brown sugar<\/a>, as the cake\u2019s sweetness complements the cookies for a balanced dessert meal, Also I love it with a creamy <a href=\"https:\/\/manthatlooksgood.com\/applesauce-shot\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3768\">applesauce shot<\/a>, which adds a fruity touch to the meal, But also you can enjoy it with a hot cup of coffee for a classic combination, or <a href=\"https:\/\/celebratingsweets.com\/homemade-hot-chocolate\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/celebratingsweets.com\/homemade-hot-chocolate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hot chocolate<\/a>. You could also serve it alongside a scoop of <a href=\"https:\/\/joyfoodsunshine.com\/chocolate-ice-cream\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/joyfoodsunshine.com\/chocolate-ice-cream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chocolate ice cream<\/a>, The cake can be enjoyed alone, and it has a sweet texture that can be enough for you, but pairing it with other desserts and drinks for sure will make the experience better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_a_different_cake_mix_flavor\"><\/span><strong>Can I use a different cake mix flavor?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use any chocolate cake mix, but the traditional chocolate or chocolate fudge mix works best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_make_the_cake_less_sweet\"><\/span><strong>How can I make the cake less sweet?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reduce the amount of caramel sauce or use a less sweet topping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake_made_of\"><\/span><strong>What is German Chocolate Poke Cake made of?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>German Chocolate Poke Cake is made from chocolate cake mix, sweetened condensed milk, caramel sauce, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and whipped topping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_German_Chocolate_Poke_Cake_taste_like\"><\/span><strong>What does German Chocolate Poke Cake taste like?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It tastes like rich chocolate cake with sweet and creamy caramel, The cake is soft and chocolatey, while the topping adds a nutty and caramel flavor with a bit of crunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_homemade_caramel_sauce\"><\/span><strong>Can I use homemade caramel sauce?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Homemade caramel sauce is a great option to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_I_dont_like_coconut\"><\/span><strong>What if I don\u2019t like coconut?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can omit the shredded coconut, I didn&#8217;t use it for this recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_should_I_serve_the_cake\"><\/span><strong>How should I serve the cake?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve the cake chilled for the best flavor and texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>German Chocolate Poke Cake is an easy dessert that\u2019s perfect for any occasion. Have that good chocolate taste plus the caramel sauce and nuts on top, it\u2019s sure to be a favorite cake after you try it for the first time. 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class=\"recipe-card-course\">Plato: <mark>Dessert<\/mark><\/span><span class=\"recipe-card-cuisine\">Cocina: <mark>American<\/mark><\/span><span class=\"recipe-card-difficulty\">Dificultad: <mark>Easy<\/mark><\/span><\/div><div class=\"recipe-card-details\"><div class=\"details-items\"><div class=\"detail-item detail-item-0\"><span class=\"detail-item-icon oldicon oldicon-food\" style=\"color: #FFA921;\"><\/span><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Servings<\/span><p class=\"detail-item-value\">12<\/p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">servings<\/span><\/div><div class=\"detail-item detail-item-1\"><span class=\"detail-item-icon oldicon oldicon-clock\" style=\"color: #FFA921;\"><\/span><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Prep time<\/span><p class=\"detail-item-value\">20<\/p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">minutos<\/span><\/div><div class=\"detail-item detail-item-2\"><span class=\"detail-item-icon foodicons foodicons-cooking-food-in-a-hot-casserole\" style=\"color: #FFA921;\"><\/span><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Cooking time<\/span><p class=\"detail-item-value\">35<\/p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">minutos<\/span><\/div><div class=\"detail-item detail-item-3\"><span class=\"detail-item-icon foodicons foodicons-fire-flames\" style=\"color: #FFA921;\"><\/span><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Calories<\/span><p class=\"detail-item-value\">350<\/p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">kcal<\/span><\/div><div class=\"detail-item detail-item-8\"><span class=\"detail-item-icon far fa-clock\" style=\"color: #FFA921;\"><\/span><span class=\"detail-item-label\">Total time<\/span><p class=\"detail-item-value\">55<\/p><span class=\"detail-item-unit\">minutos<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><p class=\"recipe-card-summary no-print\">German Chocolate Poke Cake is a rich chocolate cake with a creamy caramel-coconut topping, poked with holes to let the sweet mixture soak in, making it extra flavorful.<\/p><div class=\"recipe-card-ingredients\"><h3 class=\"ingredients-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><ul class=\"ingredients-list layout-1-column\"><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-0\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\" style=\"border: 2px solid #FFA921;\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 box of chocolate cake mix or chocolate fudge cake mix (I used chocolate cake mix for this recipe)<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-100\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\" style=\"border: 2px solid #FFA921;\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span class=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-name\">1 cup water<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wpzoom-rcb-ingredient-item-112\" class=\"ingredient-item\"><span class=\"tick-circle\" style=\"border: 2px solid #FFA921;\"><\/span><p class=\"ingredient-item-name is-strikethrough-active\"><span 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