German Chocolate 4-Layer Delight

Ingredients:

Chocolate Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large egg yolks
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
Chocolate Buttercream:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions:

Prepare the Chocolate Cake:
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