Ingredients

For the Cake

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• Ingredients listed on the cake mix box (eggs, oil, and water)
• 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

For the Topping

• 1 container German chocolate frosting
• 1 cup toasted coconut
• 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven according to cake mix package directions. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare and bake the chocolate cake according to the package instructions.
3. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
4. Slowly pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
5. In a bowl, mix German chocolate frosting with toasted coconut, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract.
6. Spread the frosting mixture evenly over the warm cake.
7. Allow cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Helpful Tips

• Toast the coconut and pecans for deeper flavor and crunch.
• Chill the cake before serving for an extra rich texture.
• Drizzle with chocolate syrup for even more chocolate flavor.