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Decadent German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake

Decadent German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake – Rich, Gooey & Show-Stopping Delicious!
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A delightful and rich German Chocolate Coconut Pecan Roll Cake filled with sweet coconut and pecans, topped with a luscious chocolate ganache.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup butter (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for ganache)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly dust with cocoa powder.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs until thick and pale. Slowly add sugar and continue beating. Mix in vanilla extract.
  3. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when touched.
  5. While still warm, invert the cake onto a kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off parchment and gently roll the cake with the towel from the short end. Let cool completely.
  6. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, butter, and vanilla extract. Stir in coconut and pecans. Cook until thickened, then let cool slightly.
  7. Unroll the cooled cake carefully. Spread the coconut pecan filling evenly across the cake. Re-roll the cake tightly and transfer to a serving platter.
  8. Melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter together in a bowl over simmering water or microwave in 30-second intervals. Stir until smooth and glossy.
  9. Pour the ganache over the cake roll. Garnish with extra coconut and pecans if desired.
  10. Chill to set or serve immediately in slices.

Notes

  • Make sure to use sweetened condensed milk for the filling.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the filling to prevent it from melting.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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