This rich, gooey, caramel-like frosting is arguably the best part of a German chocolate cake. The chewiness of the shredded coconut paired with the crunch of the pecans and the sweetness of the evaporated milk makes for a frosting and filling that can be eaten by the spoonful.
| Coconut Pecan Frosting |
Recipe Type: Dessert
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Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 10 mins
Total time: 20 mins
Serves: 3 cups
This rich, gooey, caramel-like frosting is the star of a German chocolate cake.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into 8 pieces
- 1 1/3 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Combine the evaporated milk, brown sugar and butter chunks in a medium pan over medium heat.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring it occasionally.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the coconut and pecans.
- Let the frosting cool and then use it to generously fill and ice German chocolate cake or cupcakes.
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