Q: <strong>Can German Chocolate Layers be Frozen?</strong>

Yes! Just as with the majority of our cakes (from Caramel Cake to Strawberry Cake , Lemon Cake , and more), this cake freezer perfectly. You can make the cake layers for this German Chocolate Cake recipe well in advance and freeze them (for up to three months )! To freeze the German Chocolate Cake Layers, bake as usual and allow to cool. (We often wrap the layers while still slightly warm.) Then, wrap each layer individually with plastic wrap followed by aluminum foil. If you are only freezing the cake layers for a few days, double wrapping in plastic wrap is protection enough. For extra support, we like to place each cake layer on a foil-wrapped cardboard cake circle before wrapping and freezing. To thaw, bring the wrapped cake layers to the kitchen counter, and leave wrapped for 30-45 minutes. Condensation will collect on the wrapping. Then, remove and continue to thaw to desired amount for assembling.

Question 1

What is German Chocolate Cake?

Accepted Answer

German Chocolate Cake is a classic recipe that consists of German Chocolate cake layers with a coconut pecan filling and topping.

Question 2

Is German Chocolate Cake a German Dessert?

Accepted Answer

Surprisingly, German Chocolate Cake did not originate in Germany. The cake is named for the English-American creator of German Chocolate, Samuel German. (See our Black Forest Cake if you're looking for a dessert with German roots!) ;0)

Samuel German developed the chocolate for the Baker's Chocolate company in the 1850s, which is sweeter than semi-sweet chocolate. It was named German's Sweet Chocolate.

In 1957, the Dallas Morning News published the first record of German Chocolate Cake. The published recipe for German's Chocolate Cake was credited to Dallas resident, Mrs. George Clay. It was an immediate success and the recipe quickly spread from kitchen to kitchen. The rest is history!

Question 3

Does German Chocolate Cake Need to be Refrigerated?

Accepted Answer

There are differing opinions on this question. Most sources say that German Chocolate Cake can sit out at room temperature in an airtight container for two-three days. Then, refrigerate beyond that.

We personally like to play it safe and refrigerate this cake after a few hours. However, for best flavor and texture, is important to remove it from the refrigerator at least two hours before serving. This will allow plenty of time for the cake to warm and soften.

Question 4

Can German Chocolate Layers be Frozen?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Just as with the majority of our cakes (from Caramel Cake to Strawberry Cake, Lemon Cake, and more), this cake freezer perfectly.

You can make the cake layers for this German Chocolate Cake recipe well in advance and freeze them (for up to three months)!

To freeze the German Chocolate Cake Layers, bake as usual and allow to cool. (We often wrap the layers while still slightly warm.) Then, wrap each layer individually with plastic wrap followed by aluminum foil. If you are only freezing the cake layers for a few days, double wrapping in plastic wrap is protection enough.

For extra support, we like to place each cake layer on a foil-wrapped cardboard cake circle before wrapping and freezing.

To thaw, bring the wrapped cake layers to the kitchen counter, and leave wrapped for 30-45 minutes. Condensation will collect on the wrapping. Then, remove and continue to thaw to desired amount for assembling.

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