When I was a child, my grandma would make this recipe at every family gathering and it was the star of the show

German Chocolate Poke Cake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed by generations of cake lovers. This moist and decadent cake is made with rich chocolate cake, creamy coconut-pecan frosting, and a luscious caramel sauce. The best part is the gooey pockets of chocolate and caramel sauce that are poked into the cake, making every bite a heavenly experience. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is guaranteed to impress your guests.

I have a personal story that I would like to share with you that will convince you to save and make this recipe. When I was a child, my grandmother would make this cake for every family gathering. It was the highlight of the meal, and everyone looked forward to it. I remember the aroma of the chocolate cake baking in the oven, and the anticipation of waiting for it to cool so that my grandmother could poke holes in it and pour in the caramel sauce.

It was a labor of love that my grandmother took great pride in. Now, as an adult, I make this cake for my own family gatherings, and it brings back so many happy memories. The combination of the moist chocolate cake, creamy frosting, and caramel sauce is pure bliss. It is a recipe that has been passed down through generations, and I am grateful to be able to share it with you.

Now, let's get started with the recipe.

1 box of German chocolate cake mix
1 1/2 cups of water
1/2 cup of vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 can of sweetened condensed milk
1 cup of caramel sauce
1 cup of chopped pecans
1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup of butter, softened
4 cups of powdered sugar
1/4 cup of milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat the mixture until it is well combined.

3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake it for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.

4. Once the cake is done baking, take it out of the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

5. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and 1/2 cup of caramel sauce. Whisk the mixture together until it is well combined.

6. Using the end of a wooden spoon, poke holes into the cake at 1-inch intervals.

7. Pour the caramel sauce mixture over the cake, making sure to spread it evenly.

8. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until it is creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, milk, and remaining caramel sauce, mixing until it is smooth and creamy.

9. Fold in the chopped pecans and shredded coconut.

10. Spread the frosting over the cake, making sure to cover it completely.

11. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.

12. Enjoy your delicious German Chocolate Poke Cake!