This German chocolate frosting is a classic coconut pecan topping for German chocolate cake.
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups flaked coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Steps
- Gather all ingredients.
- 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.
- Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans. Let cool to room temperature before spreading on cake.
- Spread on cake. Serve and enjoy!
