Sweet German chocolate: Found in baking aisles near semi-sweet bars. Do not skip—its mild flavor is key. Buttermilk substitute: Use 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice if needed.

2. Poke and Pour. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake. Slowly pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes.

QUINCY — GermanFest returns to Quincy's South Park on June 6 and 7, celebrating the city's roots in Germany.