Best 9 German Chocolate Upside Down Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable treat with our German Chocolate Upside-Down Cake recipe, a harmonious blend of rich chocolate, sweet coconut, and a hint of nuts. This classic dessert features a moist chocolate cake topped with a luscious coconut pecan filling, baked to perfection and served upside down, revealing a stunning caramel-coated design. Discover the secrets to creating this timeless favorite, along with variations such as the German Chocolate Bundt Cake, a ring-shaped delight perfect for special occasions, and the German Chocolate Cupcakes, individual-sized indulgences that are sure to impress.

This article offers a comprehensive guide to crafting the ultimate German Chocolate experience, providing step-by-step instructions, essential tips, and inspiring ideas. Embark on a culinary journey and create memories with these cherished recipes that promise to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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GERMAN CHOCOLATE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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This upside-down version of German chocolate cake is both quicker and easier then the traditional right side-up cake.

Provided by SUNSET1

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Upside-Down Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ¼ cups water
¼ cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup flaked coconut
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup chopped walnuts
4 (1 ounce) squares German sweet chocolate
½ cup water
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
½ cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Not necessary to grease pan.
  • In a sauce pan, combine 1 1/4 cup water and 1/4 cup butter or margarine. Heat until butter melts, then stir in brown sugar and coconut. Pour into ungreased 9x13 inch pan. Sprinkle marshmallows and nuts over top. set aside.
  • For the cake: in a saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate with 1/2 cup water. Heat, stirring, until chocolate is melted. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, soda and salt. Add sour cream, 1/2 cup butter or margarine, vanilla and eggs. Add chocolate mixture and beat 3 minutes. Carefully spoon batter over coconut marshmallow mixture in pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 50 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Place pan on foil or cookie sheet to guard against spillage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 42.7 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 171.9 mg, Sugar 27.6 g

UPSIDE DOWN GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



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

Provided by ThatJodiGirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups coconut
1 1/2 cups pecans (chopped)
1 (18 ounce) box German chocolate cake mix
1 1/4 cups water (or as called for by cake directions)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by cake directions)
3 large eggs (or as called for by cake directions)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup butter, melted (or margarine)
1 lb confectioners' sugar (3 1/2 to 4 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 13 x 9 inch pan.
  • Spread coconut evenly on bottom of pan. Sprinkle with pecans.
  • Prepare cake mix according to directions on box. Pour over coconut and pecans.
  • Combine cream cheese and melted butter in a medium mixing bowl. Beat at low speed with electric mixer until creamy. Add sugar; beat until blended and smooth.
  • Drop by spoonfuls evenly over cake batter. Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted halfway to bottom of cake comes out clean.
  • Cool completely in pan. To serve, cut into individual pieces; turn upside down onto plate.

UPSIDE-DOWN GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



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This simple recipe yields a delectable German chocolate cake that folks will "flip over"! The tempting coconut and pecan "frosting" bakes under the batter and ends up on top when you turn the cake out of the pan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2/3 cup pecan halves
2/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup evaporated milk
CAKE:
1/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 ounces German sweet chocolate, melted
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup buttermilk
Whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over low heat, cook and stir brown sugar and butter until sugar is dissolved and butter is melted. Spread into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Sprinkle with pecans and coconut. Drizzle with evaporated milk; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the chocolate, eggs and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Pour over topping. , Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve with whipped topping if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 409mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

GERMAN CHOCOLATE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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Got this from the cake mix doctor, and it has quickly become one of my favorites. It has 3 layers that meld together to make the perfect cake.

Provided by Dragonfly AZ

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup pecans, finely chopped
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup margarine, melted
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (18 ounce) box German chocolate cake mix (with pudding)
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup oil
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Grease and flour 13x9 inch pan. Sprinkle coconut and pecans evenly over the bottom of the pan and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix cake mix, water, oil and eggs as directed on the box. Carefully pour batter over coconut and pecans in prepared pan.
  • Mix melted margarine, cream cheese and powdered sugar in large bowl on low speed for 30 seconds, or until well mixed. Increase mixer speed to medium and beat 30 seconds more, or until smooth.
  • Spoon cream cheese over batter, leaving a 1 inch border of batter around the sides of the pan, and smooth with spatula.
  • Bake for 43-48 minutes, or until the cream cheese mixture has turned golden brown and the cake springs back when touched lightly.
  • Remove from oven and set cool for 20 minutes. Run a sharp knife around the edge of the cake and invert it onto serving platter. Let rest for 20 minutes more, then slice and serve.

GERMAN CHOCOLATE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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This recipe is my mother's-she's an excellent baker and cook. There was always some new food for my three brothers and me to try when we were growing up! I enjoy baking, too, as well as gardening and making stained glass windows and lamps.-Juliann Nelson, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package (4 ounces) German sweet chocolate
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
2-1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1-1/4 cups water
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, melt chocolate in water over low heat, stirring until smooth. Cool. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add chocolate and vanilla. Beat in sour cream. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Beat for 2 minutes (batter will be thick); set aside. , For topping, sprinkle brown sugar and coconut into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Melt butter in water; add to pan and mix with sugar and coconut. Sprinkle with marshmallows and nuts. Carefully spoon batter over topping., Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares and invert onto serving plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 283mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GERMAN CHOCOLATE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Oh, this is an ooey-gooey delight, with a rich, chocolate POW! And it's ridiculously easy to make. I make my cake from scratch, 'cause that's how I roll, but I've given the directions for a cake mix. Either way this is a fabulous no-fail dessert.

Provided by Tam D

Categories     Chocolate

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c chopped pecans
1 c coconut
1 pkg german chocolate cake mix*
3 large eggs
1/3 c vegetable oil
1/2 c butter, room temp.
2- 8oz pkg cream cheese, room temp.
3 1/2 c confectioner's sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Line a 13x9" baking pan with parchment paper which has been cut to fit the bottom of the pan.
  • 2. Spread the chopped pecans over the bottom of the pan. Then layer the coconut over the pecans.
  • 3. Toast the pecans and coconut in the oven briefly while it's preheating. Then remove the pan and let it cool. In a medium mixing bowl, prepare the cake mix according to the directions on the box. Set aside.
  • 4. In a microwave safe mixing bowl heat the butter and cream cheese until they're warmed and soft.
  • 5. Stir the confectioner's sugar into the cream cheese mixture, until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  • 6. Pour the cake mix batter evenly over the top of the pecans and coconut.
  • 7. Spoon the cream cheese mixture in large ribbons down the length of the pan, over the top of the cake batter. Using a knife, gently swirl the mixture into the batter, being careful not to over-mix, or disturb the pecan and coconut layer.
  • 8. Bake at 350* for 40-50 minutes. Cake will be sticky when it's done. Let the cake rest for 5 or 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a baking sheet, platter, or covered board. When cake has cooled, carefully peel off the parchment paper. Serve when completely cool.
  • 9. NOTES: For added nutrition and fiber, substitute coconut oil for some or all of the vegetable oil. You could also use a large spring form pan, lined with parchment paper. I still have my old Tupperware rectangular cake taker, so I turn the cake out onto that -- works perfectly! *This recipe is easily made gluten free by using a gluten-free chocolate cake mix.

GOOEY UPSIDE DOWN GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



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This is an upside down variation of Paula Deen's Gooey butter cake recipe. My family loves it.

Provided by Deb Adkins

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 c coconut
1 c pecans, chopped
1 box german chocolate cake (and ingredients needed to prepare it)
1 lb confectioner's sugar (or 4 cups)
1 pkg 8 oz. cream cheese
1 c butter

Steps:

  • 1. Flour and grease a 9x13 pan
  • 2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 3. Sprinkle coconut and pecans in bottom of pan.
  • 4. Prepare cake mix per box instructions.
  • 5. Pour prepared cake batter over coconut and pecans.
  • 6. Mix confectioner's sugar, cream cheese, and butter in a medium bowl until well blended.
  • 7. Pour/spoon over cake batter - do NOT mix it.
  • 8. Back 50-55 minutes.
  • 9. Enjoy!

GERMAN CHOCOLATE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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This is a chocoholics dream, so all you chocolate lovers and coconut lovers unite.This is the bomb. Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Chocolate

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 c coconut
1 c chopped pecans
1 box german chocolate cake mix
1 lb powdered sugar
1 stick margarine, room temperature
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature

Steps:

  • 1. Mix coconut and pecans. Put in bottom of greased 13x9 inch pan. Prepare cake mix as directed, pour over coconuts and pecans. Cream together margarine and cream cheese, add powdered sugar. Spoon over top of cake mix. Bake 35 to 40 minutes at 350 degrees. Let cool 10 minutes. Place serving platter over pan, invert so cake is upside down on platter. Do not cut until cake is cold.

UPSIDE-DOWN GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Number Of Ingredients 13

TOPPING
1/4 cup margarine or butter
3/4 cup water
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup coconut
1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped nuts
CAKE
1 package (1-lb 2.25-oz) pudding-included German chocolate cake mix
1 cup water
1/2 cup dairy sour cream
1/3 cup oil
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In small saucepan over low heat, melt margarine with 3/4 cup water. Stir in brown sugar. Pour into ungreased 13 x 9-inch pan. Sprinkle coconut, marshmallows and nuts evenly over top.In large bowl, combine all cake ingredients at low speed until moistened beat 2 minutes at high speed. Spoon batter evenly over topping mixture in pan. Bake at 350°F. for 38 to 48 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool slightly. To serve, cut into squares transfer and invert onto individual plates. Serve warm or cool.HIGH ALTITUDE - Above 3,500 feet: Add 2 tablespoons flour to dry cake mix. Bake at 375°F. for 40 to 50 minutes.Nutrition Per Serving: Calories 330 Protein 3g Carbohydrate 42g Fat 17g Sodium 270mgPICTURE: Top to bottom: Chocolate 'Tato Cake, Upside Down German Chocolate CakeFrom "Pillsbury Best of the Bake-Off® Cookbook." Copyright 2004 General Mills. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet to prevent the cake from burning.
  • Make sure the butter and sugar are well combined before adding the eggs.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before inverting it onto a serving plate.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate.
  • Add a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream to each slice of cake.

Conclusion:

This German chocolate upside-down cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and gooey caramel topping, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give this German chocolate upside-down cake a try!

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