Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy German chocolate cake frosting, featuring a delightful blend of coconut and pecans that will elevate any dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup coconut flakes (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1 cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted)
- ⅔ cup evaporated milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the sugar until well combined and it begins to dissolve.
- Gradually whisk in cocoa powder and evaporated milk, cooking for about 5 minutes until you achieve a silky consistency.
- Stir in coconut flakes and toasted pecans, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before spreading on cakes or cupcakes.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easier mixing.
- For an added twist, substitute pecans with walnuts or add a pinch of salt for flavor enhancement.
- Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg