Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. This step ensures that your cake will release easily once baked, preventing any sticky disasters.
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In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mixing these dry ingredients thoroughly will help balance the flavors in your cake.
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In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. The wet mixture must be smooth to ensure a tremendous, light texture in the final product.
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Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Careful not to overmix here! Then stir in the boiling water until smooth. The boiling water activates the cocoa in the cake mixture, leading to a deeper flavor.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Your kitchen will start to fill with a tremendous aroma that is simply irresistible.
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Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the top of the cake. The holes will allow the filling to seep into the cake, creating layers of flavor.
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In a saucepan, melt the chopped German chocolate with the heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth. Then, fold in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Pour this tremendous mixture over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes and coats the top beautifully.
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Allow the cake to cool completely. This step is crucial for setting the filling. Once cooled, slice and serve to your eager friends and family. Each piece of cake will reveal its moist layers, making it hard for anyone to resist!
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