German Chocolate Bundt Cake with Caramel Pecan Topping
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our German Chocolate Bundt Cake with Caramel Pecan Topping. This delightful dessert features a rich, moist chocolate cake base complemented by a luscious homemade caramel sauce and crunchy pecans that add texture and depth. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a family gathering, or simply treating yourself to something special, this cake is sure to impress. It’s easy to make and presents beautifully, making it an ideal centerpiece for any dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 box German chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the Bundt pan.
- In a bowl, mix cake mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter into the Bundt pan and bake for 45-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For caramel sauce, combine brown sugar, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until thickened (5-7 minutes) and add vanilla extract.
- Toast pecans in a skillet with melted butter and sugar until golden brown.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the cooled cake and top with toasted pecans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg