German Chocolate Cake Frosting Recipe

This is a rich and creamy frosting perfect for German Chocolate Cake.

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 12 mins

Total Time 27 mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine German

Servings servings

Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

Saucepan
Whisk
Mixing bowl

Ingredients:

Frosting Ingredients

1 cup Evaporated Milk
1 cup Sugar
3 units Egg Yolks beaten
1/2 cup Butter cubed
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 cup Pecans chopped
1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 12 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in pecans and coconut. Allow to cool before spreading on cake.

Notes:

Make sure to constantly stir the mixture to avoid burning.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Keywords:

Keyword Frosting

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