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German Chocolate Cake Roll
60% authentic · American
A creative twist on the classic, this German Chocolate Cake Roll features a thin chocolate cake rolled with the signature coconut-pecan filling, offering a different presentation and texture.
Ingredients
- eggs4 large, separated
- granulated sugar1 cup
- unsweetened cocoa powder1/4 cup
- all-purpose flour1/4 cup
- baking powder1/2 teaspoon
- salt1/4 teaspoon
- milk1/4 cup
- vanilla extract1 teaspoon
- butter1/2 cup (1 stick)
- evaporated milk6 ounces
- egg yolks2 large
- shredded coconut3.5 ounces
- chopped pecans1/2 cup
- powdered sugarfor dusting
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, then grease the parchment.
- 2
In a large bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually beat in 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar until glossy.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 4
Gently fold the egg white mixture into the yolk mixture until just combined.
- 5
Spread batter evenly into the prepared jelly roll pan.
- 6
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
- 7
While cake bakes, prepare the filling: In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in evaporated milk and egg yolks. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 8-10 minutes).
- 8
Remove from heat and stir in shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Let cool slightly.
- 9
Immediately after baking, invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off parchment paper. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- 10
Spread the coconut-pecan filling evenly over the warm cake, leaving a small border.
- 11
Starting from one short end, carefully roll up the cake with the filling inside, using the towel to help guide it. Place seam-side down on a serving platter.
- 12
Let cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
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