Irresistible German Chocolate Cake Frosting Recipe

Name: Irresistible German Chocolate Cake Frosting Recipe
Total time: 20 mins
Ingredients: 1 cup evaporated milk; 1 cup brown sugar; 0.5 cup butter; 3 egg yolks; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1.3333333730698 cups flaked coconut; 1 cup chopped pecans

Looking for the ultimate coconut pecan frosting? This easy German chocolate cake frosting recipe is the perfect complement to your delicious cake.

Total time20 mins
Prep time5 mins
Cook time15 mins
Yield12

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Ingredients

1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup brown sugar
0.5 cup butter
3 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1.33 cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Prepare all the necessary ingredients for your frosting.
In a medium saucepan, combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture reaches a low boil. Continue cooking until it thickens and turns a light caramel color, approximately 10 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Allow the frosting to cool to room temperature before applying it to the cake.
Generously frost your German chocolate cake with the prepared frosting. Slice, serve, and enjoy the delectable flavors!

Nutrition

Calories: 280 kcal
Fat Content: 19 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 23 g
Sodium Content: 107 mg
Protein Content: 3 g
Cholesterol Content: 78 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 26 g
Saturated Fat Content: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g