Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer, poke holes all over the warm cake, spacing them about 1 inch apart. The holes will allow the caramel and condensed milk to seep into the cake, creating a moist and flavorful texture.
- Warm the caramel sauce slightly (if using store-bought) for easier pouring. Drizzle the caramel sauce evenly over the cake, making sure it fills the holes. Then, pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, ensuring it also seeps into the holes. Let the cake sit for 10 minutes to absorb the liquids.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes, then add the shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Mix well and spread this frosting evenly over the cake. Let the cake cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use a high-quality chocolate cake mix for the best flavor.
- If the caramel sauce is too thick, warm it slightly for easier pouring.
- Let the cake cool slightly before poking holes to avoid crumbling.
- For extra richness, drizzle additional caramel sauce on top before serving.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg