Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy German Chocolate Cake Frosting, featuring delightful coconut and pecan flavors. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat any day.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter, egg yolks, and evaporated milk. Stir constantly for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in cocoa powder and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gently fold in coconut flakes and toasted pecans.
- Allow the frosting to cool completely before spreading it on your cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Adjust sweetness by varying the sugar amount. Experiment with different nuts like walnuts for a unique flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week and reheat gently before use.