Best 5 German Chocolate Cake Squares Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable German Chocolate Cake Squares, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This iconic dessert features layers of moist chocolate cake, rich chocolate ganache, and a crown of toasted pecans, all coming together to create a truly unforgettable experience. Our recipe guide offers two variations to cater to your preferences: the classic German Chocolate Cake Squares and a gluten-free version that ensures everyone can savor this timeless treat. Let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GERMAN CHOCOLATE BARS



German Chocolate Bars image

These are just like German chocolate cake, but you can eat them with your hands!

Provided by R. Staffel

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Chocolate Cookie Recipes

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 (18.25 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix
¾ cup butter, melted
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 13 x 9 inch pan.
  • Melt caramels with 1/3 cup condensed milk.
  • In a separate bowl, combine cake mix with melted butter and 1/2 cup of condensed milk. Stir well.
  • Spread 1/2 of the cake mix mixture in pan and bake for 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cover with caramel, chips and nuts. Put remaining cake mix on top. Bake for another 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 304.4 mg, Sugar 37 g

BAKER'S ORIGINAL GERMAN SWEET CHOCOLATE CAKE



Baker's Original German Sweet Chocolate Cake image

Make and share this Baker's Original German Sweet Chocolate Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (4 ounce) package baker's German sweet chocolate
1/2 cup boiling water
1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
2 cups sugar
4 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 slightly beaten egg yolks
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups shredded coconut
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Coconut-Pecan frosting (recipe follows).
  • Oven at 350ºF.
  • Melt chocolate in water, cool.
  • Cream butter and sugar.
  • Beat in egg yolks.
  • Stir in vanilla and chocolate.
  • Mix flour, soda, and salt.
  • Beat in flour mixture, alternately with buttermilk.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter.
  • Pour batter into three 9-inch layer pans, lined on bottoms with waxed paper.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until cake springs bake when lightly pressed in center.
  • Cool 15 minutes; remove and cool on rack.
  • Frost cake.
  • COCONUT-PECAN FROSTING.
  • Combine evaporated milk, sugar, slightly beaten egg yolks, butter or margarine and vanilla in saucepan.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
  • Cool until thick enough to spread.
  • Makes 4-1/4 cups.

GERMAN CHOCOLATE BARS



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These mouthwatering bars taste just like German chocolate cake! A great change of pace from the standard brownie.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ German chocolate cake mix
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy coconut pecan frosting
3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Lightly grease or spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan.
  • In medium bowl, mix butter and cake mix with fork until crumbly; reserve 1 cup. Press remaining mixture in bottom of pan.
  • Bake 10 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate chips over baked layer. Drop frosting by tablespoonfuls over chocolate chips. Stir milk into reserved cake mixture. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto frosting layer.
  • Bake 24 to 28 minutes or until cake portion is slightly dry to touch; cool 10 minutes. Carefully loosen edges of bars with knife. Cool completely. Refrigerate until firm. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

GERMAN CHOCOLATE BARS



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"My mom gave me this recipe at Christmas when I wanted to make something different and yummy for gifts," notes Jennifer Sharp of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. "The chewy bars can be cut into larger pieces, but they're very rich," she adds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
2/3 cup cold butter, cubed
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 can (15 ounces) coconut-pecan frosting
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Place cake mix in a large bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Press 2-1/2 cups into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes; immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips. Drop frosting by tablespoonfuls over the chips., Stir milk into the remaining crumb mixture; drop by teaspoonfuls over top. Bake 25-30 minutes longer or until bubbly around the edges and top is cracked. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate for 4 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts :

GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE BARS RECIPE



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A delicious chocolate cake with a gooey coconut topping! You can't eat just one of these amazing bars!

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box devils food cake mix ((not the kind with pudding added))
½ cup salted butter
1 egg
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
½ cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 × 13 inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cake mix, butter and egg, and press into the bottom of the prepared pan. The crust should not come up the sides. Bake for 7 minutes and remove from the oven. The crust will not look done.
  • While the crust is baking, mix together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, egg, pecans and coconut. Pour evenly over the warm crust and sprinkle evenly with the chocolate chips.
  • Bake for 24-30 minutes, until the top is a light golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 189 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the flavor of your cake. Look for chocolate with a high cocoa content (70% or higher) and a smooth, rich flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help the cake rise evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • Use a variety of toppings. German chocolate cake is delicious on its own, but you can also add a variety of toppings to make it even more special. Some popular toppings include chocolate chips, nuts, whipped cream, and caramel sauce.

Conclusion:

German chocolate cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is rich, moist, and full of chocolate flavor. With a few simple tips, you can make a German chocolate cake that will impress your friends and family. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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