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

1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
2. 2 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.
3. 3 Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans. Let cool to room temperature before spreading on cake.
4. 4 Use to frost a German chocolate cake. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition per serving