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Chocolate Upside Down Cake

I got this recipe a few years ago from a former co-worker. I had almost forgotten about it until I was unpacking (Yes, I still have a few things to unpack from our move in March/April) and ran across it. I decided to go ahead and make it since I had all the ingredients on hand. You’re sure to love it! Enjoy!

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5 from 1 vote
Servings: 16 servings

Chocolate Upside Down Cake

By Jamie Sherman
I got this recipe a few years ago from a former co-worker. I had almost forgotten about it until I was unpacking (Yes, I still have a few things to unpack from our move in March/April) and ran across it. I decided to go ahead and make it since I had all the ingredients on hand. It's a different take on the traditional German Chocolate Cake.
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
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Ingredients 

  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup flaked coconut
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, 12 oz.
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1 package German chocolate cake mix, 18 1/4 oz.
  • Ingredients listed on the cake mix

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease a Bundt pan and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, heat water and butter until butter is melted. Stir in brown sugar and mix well. Pour into Bundt pan. Sprinkle with coconut, chocolate, pecans and marshmallows.
  • Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Carefully pour over the marshmallows. Bake according to the directions on the box for a Bundt cake or until a toothpick inserted near the center tests clean.
  • Cool 5-10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.

Notes

  • Use your favorite chocolate chips, whether dark or milk!

Nutrition

Calories: 426kcal, Carbohydrates: 52g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 24g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 9mg, Sodium: 260mg, Potassium: 293mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 36g, Vitamin A: 105IU, Vitamin C: 0.2mg, Calcium: 74mg, Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Originally published on August 15, 2012. Updated on April 21, 2021.

Jamie

Jamie Sherman founded Love Bakes Good Cakes in February 2012. She is a self-taught home cook passionate about sharing easy, delicious, and family-friendly recipes. From comforting classics to irresistible desserts, I believe homemade food brings people together. Join me on my journey of creating and sharing meals that bring joy to every table!

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28 Comments

  1. Candy says:

    This sounds delicious. Love me some German Chocolate cake and this sounds like the ultimate. THANKS FOR SHARING the recipe. It's a must try.
    Now following you from PICKINandPAINTIN.blogspot.com. Please come visit me.

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  2. Christine says:

    Delicious!!!! YUM!

    Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!

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  3. Jana@Transformations From the Heart says:

    I'm sure this one is great. I love German Chocolate cake, never had one that called for marshmallows though. I'm pinning this for later use. Thanks!

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  4. Pamela says:

    Thanks so much for sharing at Heavenly Treats Sunday! YUMMY!

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  5. Miz Helen says:

    I just pinned your awesome recipe. Hope you are having a great week end and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

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  6. Diane Balch says:

    Classic chocolate cake but I love all the little extras on the topping. Thanks for sharing it on foodie friday.

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  7. Michelles Tasty Creations says:

    Jamie,
    This is a beautiful cake! I love German Chocolate cake and this is a must try 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing at Creative Thursday this week. Have a wonderful weekend.

    Michelle

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  8. Heidi Fowler says:

    My hubby's favorite cake. Great new twist! Thanks for joining the party at One Creative Weekend! I hope you have a great weekend.

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  9. Nicole {WonkyWonderful} says:

    What an Awesome idea – It looks so good!

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  10. The Better Baker says:

    Sounds soo good! Thanks for linking up at Weekend Potluck.

    Reply