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Follow the box directions for the German Chocolate Cake Mix, using water, eggs, and oil.
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Cook the cake as directed on the box until it's baked through.
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Once the cake's done, poke holes all over the surface, then drizzle the sweetened condensed milk so it soaks in.
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Pour caramel sauce evenly on top, letting it settle into the poked holes.
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Evenly cover the top of the cake with the Coconut Pecan Frosting.
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Lay the Cool Whip across the frosting in an even layer.
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Finish the cake by sprinkling it with the toasted coconut and chopped pecans.