Ingredients
Ingredients8 ounces German chocolate, chopped and divided in half
1/2 Cup boiling water
2 cups unsifted all-purpose flour
1/2 Cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 Tablespoon baking powder
1 Teaspoon salt
12 tablespoons (1 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
3 eggs, separated, at room temperature
1 Cup hot mashed potatoes
1/2 Cup buttermilk
Coconut Pecan Frosting:
2 1/4 cups sugar
18 tablespoons unsalted butter
17 ounces evaporated milk
6 egg yolks, at room temperature
1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 cups chopped pecans, toasted; divided into 2 cups and 1/2 cup
10 1/2 ounces shredded sweetened coconut, lightly toasted, plus additional for garnish
Pecan halves, for garnish
Description
Here's Another Great Saint Patrick's Day Crafts Idea, Debbi's German Chocolate Cake (made With Potatoes!). For More Saint Patrick's Day Party Ideas, Saint Patrick's Day Party Themes, And Party Tips, See The Rest Of What Celebrations.com Has To Offer.
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