THE ULTIMATE GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE

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Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25-ounce) package chocolate cake mix, prepared according to package directions
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
2 cups shredded coconut
3/4 cup canned chocolate frosting

Steps:

Bake cake according to package directions for 2 (9-inch) round cake pans. Let cool.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, butter, and vanilla. Cook about 5 minutes, or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in pecans and coconut.
Place one cooled cake layer flat side down on a serving platter. Spread half the coconut mixture on top. Top with second cake layer and remaining coconut mixture.
In a small microwaveable bowl, microwave frosting 10 to 15 seconds, or until slightly thin. Drizzle over top and sides of cake. Store cake in refrigerator.
Notes
Garnish with a few pecan halves.
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