Best 10 German Chocolate Chip Pound Cake Recipes

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Calling all chocolate lovers: get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our enticing German Chocolate Chip Pound Cake. This delectable treat is a symphony of flavors, a harmonious blend of rich chocolate, toasted coconut, and fluffy pound cake. Picture a moist and tender crumb, generously studded with chocolate chips and crowned with a luscious chocolate ganache. It's a dessert that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

But that's not all! This article is a treasure trove of German chocolate chip pound cake variations, each offering a unique twist on this classic. Indulge in the timeless charm of the Original German Chocolate Chip Pound Cake, or embrace the tropical flair of the Coconut Chocolate Chip Pound Cake. For those who prefer a hint of nutty goodness, the Pecan Chocolate Chip Pound Cake is a must-try. And if you're seeking a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free German Chocolate Chip Pound Cake has got you covered.

No matter your preference, these recipes are a testament to the versatility and enduring appeal of the German chocolate chip pound cake. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a treasure trove of flavor combinations, this article is your ultimate guide to creating this iconic dessert. So grab your apron, preheat your oven, and let's dive into the world of German chocolate chip pound cake!

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHOCOLATE CHIP BUNDT CAKE



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This is a rich chocolate chip bundt cake is filled with chocolate chips and frosted with a perfectly smooth chocolate ganache glaze. It is a dream come true for any chocolate lover.

Provided by Christi Johnstone

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 17

¾ cup butter (room temperature)
1 2/3 cups light brown sugar
¾ cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
¾ cup milk
2½ cups all-purpose flour *
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1½ cups brown rice flour
¾ cup tapioca starch
½ cup potato starch
1½ teaspoon xanthan gum
1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F. Arrange an oven rack in the center of the oven. Thoroughly grease and lightly flour a 12-cup bundt pan and set it aside.
  • Beat the butter and sugars together, on medium speed, until fluffy crumbs form. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, beat again until smooth. Add the milk, beat on low speed to combine. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Beat again, just until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips and pecans.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 60-65 minutes, until deep golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with moist crumbs. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, place the cooling rack on top of the cake, hold the sides firmly and invert the pan over the rack. The cake should drop smoothly out of the pan. Tap firmly on the pan with a wooden spoon, if necessary to free the cake from the pan. Let the cake cool completely.
  • To make the frosting, combine the chocolate chips and butter in a small glass bowl. Microwave at 50% POWER for 90 seconds. Stir to combine. Microwave an additional 30 seconds at full power and stir again. Microwave 30 seconds more, if needed, and stir until the chocolate has melted.
  • Pour the frosting over the cake. The frosting will harden as it cools. Store at room temperature, loosely covered, preferably not airtight. This cake will keep nicely for 2-3 days. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 205 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 42 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GERMAN CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE



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German chocolate cake is defined by its iconic coconut-pecan frosting; for this recipe, we've bucked tradition and tucked it inside of this Bundt cake instead. Here's the trick: Transfer the batter to the pan, then spoon on the gooey goodness-we used a small ice cream scoop for easy release and evenly distributed dollops. It settles into the middle while baking, so when you cut through that glossy ganache, a scrumptious surprise awaits.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes     Bundt Cake Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup pecans
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
2 cups plus 2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1 1/4 cups unsweetened finely shredded coconut, such as Bob's Red Mill
1 cup sweetened cream of coconut, such as Coco Lopez
3/4 cup whole milk, room temperature
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons Dutch-process cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla paste or extract
5 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
5 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped (1 cup)
2/3 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • For the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread pecans in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet; toast until darkened slightly and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool slightly, then finely chop.
  • Brush a 10-to-15-cup Bundt pan with butter; dust with flour, tapping out excess. In a saucepan, stir together shredded coconut, cream of coconut, and 2 tablespoons flour. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and boil 30 seconds. Remove from heat, stir in pecans, and let cool completely. Meanwhile, stir together milk and vinegar; let stand until curdled, about 5 minutes.
  • In a bowl, whisk together remaining 2 cups flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat butter with sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Reduce speed to low and beat in flour mixture in three additions, alternating with milk mixture, and beginning and ending with flour, just until combined. Beat in chocolate.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan, and smooth top with a spatula. Spoon coconut mixture evenly on top of batter in a ring, leaving an approximately 1/2-inch border all around sides and center. (It will sink down into the batter as the cake bakes.)
  • Bake until a wooden skewer inserted in center of cake layer comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool in pan on a wire rack 20 minutes. Invert cake onto rack; let cool completely.
  • For the Glaze: Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream to a simmer. Pour over chocolate; let stand 5 minutes. Gently stir until smooth (don't whisk or vigorously stir, which can create air bubbles in finished glaze).
  • Let stand until thickened slightly but still warm and thin enough to pour, about 5 minutes. Pour evenly over top of cake; let stand until set, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a cake stand or plate; slice and serve, or loosely tent with foil and store at room temperature up to 2 days.

GERMAN CHOCOLATE CHIP POUND CAKE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



German Chocolate Chip Pound Cake Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Pagingdrstarling

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Pillsbury Yellow Cake Mix (the one that uses oil)
4 Eggs
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup Wesson oil
1 small instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup sour cream
1 bar german chocolate, grated
1 cup chocolate chip morsels

Steps:

  • Mix the first five ingredients together and beat for 3 minutes. Add in sour cream and beat for an additional minute. Stir in grated German chocolate bar and chocolate chip morsels. Pour into Bundt pan and bake at 350 degrees until golden brown. Approximately 55 minutes.

GERMAN SWEET CHOCOLATE CHIP POUND CAKE



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This is one of our favorite cakes, moist and full of flavor. The recipe comes from "The Cake Mix Doctor" book by Anne Byrn. Her recipes use cake mixes to make great desserts, with that made-from-scratch taste! A really wonderful cookbook!

Provided by Angela (Grammy) Derby

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (4oz.) bar, german sweet chocolate
1 box yellow cake mix
1 (3.4 oz) box vanilla instant pudding
1 c whole milk
1 c vegetable oil
4 large egss
1 c semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • 1. Place rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 325'F. Spray a 10" tube pan (or three 8" loaf pans) with cooking spray, then dust with flour. Shake out excess flour and set aside.
  • 2. Break the German chocolate bar into four pieces. Grate the bar using a food processor or a hand grater until it is finely grated. (If using a food processor, insert the steel blade and drop the chocolate pieces into the processor one at a time.) Set aside. (Time-saver tip- I found out, recently, that you can also melt the chocolate, and I'm thinking this has got to be easier!)
  • 3. Place the cake mix, pudding mix, milk, oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Blend with an electric mixer on low for 1 minute. Fold in the grated chocolate, and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat 2 minutes more scraping the sides down again if needed. Fold in the chocolate chips. The batter should look well blended and the chocolate chips should be evenly distributed. Pour the batter into prepared tube pan (or loaf pans), smoothing out with the rubber spatula. Place pan in oven.
  • 4. Bake until golden brown and the center springs back when lightly pressed with your finger, 55-58 minutes for tube pan (50-52 minutes for loaf pans). Remove from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool for 20 minutes for tube pan (5-8 minutes for loaves).
  • 5. Run a long, sharp knife around the edge of the cake and invert it onto a rack, then invert it again onto a cake/serving plate so it is right side up. Allow to cool 30 minutes more. Dust with confectioner's sugar if desired.

CHOCOLATE CHIP POUND CAKE



Chocolate Chip Pound Cake image

Chocolate Chip Pound Cake is a big favorite of my family. Has a wonderful texture.

Provided by Marty Cope

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Milk Chocolate

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 cup milk
3 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, grated
1 cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cake mix and pudding mix. Make a well in the center and pour in oil, eggs and milk. Beat on low speed until blended. Scrape bowl, and beat 4 minutes on medium speed. Stir in grated chocolate and chocolate chips. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.6 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 452.4 mg, Sugar 36.7 g

EASY CHOCOLATE CHIP POUND CAKE



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This cake is very easy, very rich, and very good! You may substitute vanilla pudding for a less chocolaty cake, or substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips for a more intense chocolate flavor.

Provided by prissycat

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Milk Chocolate

Time 1h10m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
½ cup white sugar
¾ cup water
¾ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs, beaten
1 cup sour cream
½ cup milk chocolate chips
⅛ cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cake mix, instant pudding and sugar. Add the water, oil, eggs, and sour cream, mix until well blended. Finally, fold in the chocolate chips. Pour into the prepared Bundt pan.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven. Cake is done when a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 62.5 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 387.5 mg, Sugar 32.7 g

GERMAN CHOCOLATE CHIP POUND CAKE



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No one will believe this cake started from a cake mix. Be sure to use a plain mix, one without pudding already in the mix. From "Chocolate from the Cake Mix Doctor".

Provided by Dragonfly AZ

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix
1 (4 ounce) package chocolate fudge instant pudding mix
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup oil
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups miniature chocolate chips
1/2 cup miniature chocolate chip
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Grease and flour Bundt cake pan.
  • Place all cake ingredients except chocolate chips in large mixing bowl. Beat as directed on the cake mix box.
  • Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 58-62 minutes, or until cake tests done.
  • Remove and cool for 20 minutes, then run a long, sharp knife around the edge of the cake and turn it out onto a wire rack to cool for about 20 more minutes.
  • Place glaze ingredients in microwaveable glass measuring cup. Microwave on 50% power for 1 minute, then stir until chips are melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Place cake on serving platter and spoon the warm glaze over it. Let sit for at least another 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts :

GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



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We know you're Betty, you know you're Betty, now show it to the world with this amazing homemade German chocolate cake. There's no cake more special, with its signature coconut-pecan filling and topping. This classic from-scratch German chocolate cake recipe is the best way to bring all the flavor to the table in just 30 minutes and gives you all the Betty bragging rights you could ever ask for. Pick a day, grab the ingredients and start making amazing in your kitchen, like we know you can.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

Cooking spray to grease pans
4 oz sweet baking chocolate
1/2 cup water
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour or 2 1/2 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup butter (2 sticks), room temperature
4 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup buttermilk
3 egg yolks
1 cup granulated sugar or packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
1 cup evaporated milk (from 12-oz can)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/3 cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350°F. Spray the bottoms and sides of three 8-inch or two 9-inch round cake pans with the cooking spray. Cut three 8-inch or two 9-inch rounds of cooking parchment paper. Line bottoms of pans with the paper.
  • Coarsely chop the chocolate. In a 1-quart saucepan, heat the chocolate and water over low heat, stirring frequently, until chocolate is completely melted; remove from heat and cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir the flour, baking soda and salt until mixed; set aside. In another medium bowl, beat 2 cups sugar and 1 cup butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy; set aside.
  • On medium speed, beat 1 egg yolk at a time into the sugar mixture until mixed. On low speed, beat in the melted chocolate and 1 teaspoon vanilla. On low speed, beat in 1/2 of the flour mixture just until smooth, then beat in 1/2 of the buttermilk just until smooth. Repeat beating in flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk just until smooth.
  • Wash and dry mixer beaters. In a small bowl, beat the eggs whites on high speed until beaten eggs whites form stiff peaks when beaters are lifted. Add egg whites to the batter; to fold in, use a rubber spatula to cut down vertically through the batter, then slide the spatula across the bottom of the bowl and up the side, turning batter over. Rotate the bowl 1/4 turn, and repeat this down-across-up motion. Continue folding until batter and egg whites are blended.
  • Pour batter into pans; use a rubber spatula to scrape batter from bowl, spread batter evenly in pans and smooth top of batter. (If batter is not divided evenly, spoon batter from one pan to another.) Refrigerate batter in third pan if not all pans will fit in oven at one time; bake third pan separately.
  • Bake 8-inch pans 35 to 40 minutes, 9-inch pans 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool cakes in pans 10 minutes. To remove cake from pan, invert onto cooling rack, then invert right side up on second cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In a 2-quart saucepan, stir the 3 egg yolks, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup butter, the evaporated milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla until well mixed. Cook over medium heat about 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick and bubbly. Stir in the coconut and pecans. Cool about 30 minutes, beating occasionally with a spoon, until mixture is spreadable.
  • Place 1 cake layer, rounded side down, on a cake plate; using a metal spatula, spread 1/3 of the filling over the layer. Add second layer, rounded side down; spread with 1/3 of the filling. Add third layer, rounded side up; spread with remaining filling, leaving side of cake unfrosted. Store cake covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 730, Carbohydrate 83 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 62 g, TransFat 1 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP POUND CAKE



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My mom has been making this chocolate chip cake recipe for 30 years. Topped with a chocolate glaze, it is absolutely divine, I once got up at 5 a.m. to bake a cake before work so the ladies in my office could enjoy it warm from the oven. They loved it! -Michelle Werts Brookville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups sour cream
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
GLAZE:
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Fold in chocolate chips., Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., For glaze, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Whisk in confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Fat 30g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (55g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

GERMAN CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



German Chocolate Pound Cake image

Make and share this German Chocolate Pound Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Susie in Texas

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
4 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate, melted
2 unsweetened chocolate squares
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 -3 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan or bundt pan.
  • Cream shortening at medium speed of mixer.
  • Gradually add sugar until well mixed.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each egg.
  • Blend in vanilla extract.
  • Combine flour, baking soda and salt.
  • Add alternately with buttermilk to the creamed mixture.
  • Continue mixing well.
  • Mix in the melted chocolate last.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for about 90 minutes or until cake tests done.
  • Cool cake in pan on rack for about ten minutes, then turn out and let cake cool completely.
  • You may sprinkle with confectioners sugar or top with chocolate glaze.
  • For glaze, microwave chocolate and butter together, in a medium sized bowl, until melted.
  • Mix in confectioners sugar and just enough water to make a smooth glaze.
  • Pour glaze over cake and let trickle down the sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.7, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 57.3, Sodium 231.7, Carbohydrate 54.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 33.4, Protein 5.9

Tips:

  • Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the cake batter to come together smoothly and evenly.
  • Don't overmix the cake batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough and dense.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help the cake to rise evenly and prevent it from sinking in the middle.
  • Don't open the oven door while the cake is baking. This can cause the cake to fall.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

German Chocolate Chip Pound Cake is a delicious and decadent cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and tender crumb, rich chocolate flavor, and crunchy pecan topping, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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