Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup warm milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup warm water (or warm coffee for a stronger chocolate flavor)
For the Coconut Pecan Filling
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large egg yolks
½ cup butter (1 stick)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1⅓ cups shredded sweetened coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
