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DISCLAIMER: This post was developed in sponsored partnership with Green & Blacks, however, as always, all opinions are genuine.
Medically reviewed by Abbey Sharp, Registered Dietitian (RD), BASc.
This German Chocolate Cake co*cktail is a lightened up liquid version of a classic decadent dessert.
Confession: I’m big on good co*cktails. I’m too old to just drink for the sake of getting a buzz so if I’m going to indulge in the liquid calories, it better taste great. This German Chocolate Cake co*cktail recipe is a delicious and surprisingly light way to get your co*cktail and dessert in one!
How we Lightened Up a German Chocolate Cake co*cktail
I know, it sounds crazy pants that a CAKE co*cktail could be lightened up. First of all, if you’re not familiar, German Chocolate Cake is pretty much one of the most indulgent desserts of all time. It’s basically layers of rich chocolate cake held together by a decadent coconut and pecan frosting and IT-IS-AWESOME.
What isn’t awesome is the sugar coma that inevitably follows after a healthy slice of this stuff. Thankfully, this German Chocolate Cake co*cktail is a delicious way to get your fix without the sugar shakes. It starts with Green & Blacks Organic 70% Dark chocolate melted into low-calorie unsweetened almond-coconut milk. I use Green & Blacks Organic chocolate in everything from chili, to a steak reduction, to one of my all time favourite desserts- banana chocolate peanut butter cups. It’s super high quality and beautifully balanced, and perfect for baking or sweet snacking.
Once the chocolate has melted into the milk, I throw in an ounce of coconut flavoured rum per drink. I like to keep my drinks lower on the alcohol, which helps me cut calories (and limit any potential embarrassing situations), but feel free to be a little more liberal on the booze if you want.
Then, it’s the fun part! I use that same rich and delicious Green & Blacks Organic 70% Dark chocolate to rim my glass and coat it in crushed pecans and toasted coconut. The result? A tasty German Chocolate Cake co*cktail so good, you’ll forget about needing dessert.
What are your favourite cool-weather co*cktails you would like to see me lighten up? Are you a German Chocolate Cake lover like I am? What are some other fun desserts that would make AMAZING drinks? Leave me a comment below with your comments!
German Chocolate Cake co*cktail
This German Chocolate Cake co*cktail is a lightened up liquid version of a classic decadent dessert.
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Course: Drinks
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 co*cktails
Calories: 240kcal
Author: Abbey Sharp
Ingredients
Drink
- 4 Cups Unsweetened Coconut Almond Milk Blend
- 80 Grams Green & Blacks Organic 70% Dark Chocolate chopped
- 1 1/2 Tsp Coconut Sugar or to taste
- 4 Oz. Coconut Rum
Rim
- 1/4 Cup Unsweetened Finely Shredded Coconut Toasted
- 1/4 Cup Pecans Toasted and very finely minced
- 30 Grams Green & Blacks Organic 70% Dark Chocolate Finely Chopped
Garnish
- Pinch of Cinnamon
- Green & Blacks Organic 70% Dark Chocolate Finely Grated
Instructions
Place the coconut almond milk in a medium saucepot over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Add the Green & Blacks 70% Dark Chocolate and coconut sugar and stir until melted and well combined. Allow to cool until at room temperature.
To make one drink, place 1 cup of the chocolate milk in a shaker with a few ice cubes and 1 oz of coconut rum and shake until combined and chilled.
Meanwhile, combine the pecans and coconut in a flat dish.
Place the 30 grams of Green & Blacks 70% Dark Chocolate in a microwave safe dish and microwave in 30 second intervals until melted. Spread out onto a small plate. Dip the rim in the chocolate, then dip into the coconut nut mixture.
Strain the co*cktail into the glass, top with a pinch of chocolate and finely grated Green & Blacks 70% Dark Chocolate.
Nutrition
Calories: 240kcal
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Disclaimer: This post was made in paid partnership with Green & Blacks Organic Chocolate, however, all opinions are genuine.
Abbey Sharp
Abbey Sharpis a Registered Dietitian (RD), regulated by theOntario College of Dietitians. She is a mom,YouTuber,Blogger,award winningcookbook author,media coachspecializing in food and nutrition influencers, and a frequent contributor to national publications likeHealthlineand on national broadcastTV shows.
About Abbey Sharp
Abbey Sharpis a Registered Dietitian (RD), regulated by theOntario College of Dietitians. She is a mom,YouTuber,Blogger,award winningcookbook author,media coachspecializing in food and nutrition influencers, and a frequent contributor to national publications likeHealthlineand on national broadcastTV shows.
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10 Comments
Denise Barratt says
Abbey, this is a great review of the keto diet. I loved that you shared the research, the down side & the long term effects.
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I love german chocolate cake so I’m pretty sure I’d love this co*cktail, too! Sounds yummy, Abbey!
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Abbey Sharp says
i love it too!
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Esther says
Delicious! My husband would REALLY like this! 🙂
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Abbey Sharp says
its soooo good
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Very creative and perfect for this time of year!
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Abbey Sharp says
agreed!
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a cake co*cktail!? UMMMM I need this in my life. This looks incredible and would be perfect to serve at a holiday dinner party! 😀
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Abbey Sharp says
you bet!
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