This German chocolate cake frosting makes the perfect coconut pecan topping for German chocolate cake.
Ingredients
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cups butter
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.33 cups flaked coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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Combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, egg yolks, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, at a low boil until mixture turns a light caramel color and thickens, about 10 minutes.
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3
Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans. Let cool to room temperature before spreading on cake.
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4
Use to frost a German chocolate cake. Serve and enjoy!
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