Ingredients
– 1 box German chocolate cake mix
– 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
– ½ cup butter, melted
– 1 cup shredded coconut
– 2 cups water
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
– 9×13 inch baking dish
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer (optional, for cream cheese)
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Spatula or spoon for mixing
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick things off, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while I prepare my baking dish. I find that a good preheating really helps with even baking. Next, I love to grease my 9×13 inch baking dish with a little butter or non-stick spray to ensure that the cake comes out easily. In a mixing bowl, I combine the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract, blending until it’s smooth and creamy. This step is so rewarding because the mixture smells just divine! (See the next page below to continue steps…)