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Get ready to indulge in one of the most delicious desserts ever created – National German Chocolate Cake Day on June 11! This holiday celebrates a rich and decadent cake made with sweet chocolate, coconut, and pecans. But did you know that this cake actually has no ties to Germany? It was named after an American chocolate maker named Samuel German. Despite its misleading name, this cake has become a beloved treat all around the world, and for good reason. So let's raise our forks and give thanks to this delectable dessert on its special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1852</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Samuel German's Innovation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Samuel German invents a type of dark baking chocolate for the Baker's Chocolate Company called "German's chocolate".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1957</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of German Chocolate Cake Recipe</div><div class='timeline-text'>Texas homemaker George Clay creates the original recipe of German Chocolate Cake using German's chocolate, publishes it in Dallas Morning News, leading to a sudden spike in its popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Widespread Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>The sale of Baker's German's Sweet Chocolate skyrockets as German Chocolate Cake becomes a nationwide favorite in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Redefining German Chocolate Cake</div><div class='timeline-text'>Baker's Chocolate starts referring to the cake as 'German's Chocolate Cake', clarifying it was named after its inventor Samuel German.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celebrating German Chocolate Cake Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National German Chocolate Cake Day begins to be widely celebrated each year on June 11, further increasing the prominence and popularity of this delicious dessert.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake your own German chocolate cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put on your apron and get baking! Look up a delicious recipe online and try your hand at making a homemade German chocolate cake. Don't forget to top it with the traditional coconut pecan frosting.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a German chocolate cake tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a tasting party where everyone brings a different German chocolate cake from a local bakery. Compare and contrast the flavors and see which one comes out on top as the best.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to a German restaurant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate National German Chocolate Cake Day by going to a traditional German restaurant. Not only will you be able to enjoy some delicious German food, but you can also order a slice of their famous German chocolate cake for dessert.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make German chocolate cake-inspired treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen and make some treats inspired by German chocolate cake. This could be anything from cake pops to cupcakes, as long as it incorporates the flavors of coconut, pecans, and chocolate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn about the history of German chocolate cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to research the history of German chocolate cake and its origins. You may discover some interesting facts that you can share with friends and family while enjoying a slice of this decadent dessert.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a celebration of a classic dessert</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>German chocolate cake has been enjoyed for generations and National German Chocolate Cake Day is the perfect time to honor this beloved dessert. Whether you make your own from scratch or indulge in a store-bought version, it's a day to enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness that is German chocolate cake.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It combines sweet and salty flavors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the signature elements of German chocolate cake is the coconut-pecan frosting, which adds a unique twist to the traditional chocolate cake. It's the perfect balance of sweet and salty, making every bite a delicious and satisfying experience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an excuse to eat cake for breakfast</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Let's be real - who doesn't love eating leftover cake for breakfast? On National German Chocolate Cake Day, it's totally acceptable (and encouraged) to indulge in a slice of cake first thing in the morning. So go ahead and have your cake - and eat it too!</p></div></div>
National German Chocolate Cake Day is celebrated on June 11 every year. In 2024 National German Chocolate Cake Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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