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German Chocolate Frosting
Decadent and delicious, this is the best German Chocolate frosting ever. I've included a honey-sweetened variation which is equally as good. Perfect on cakes, cupcakes, pies, brownies and more.
*Makes enough to frost a 9x13-inch cake
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 Servings
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup (7.5 ounces) granulated sugar see note for honey variation
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar (or honey), evaporated milk and egg yolks. Whisk well until mixture is fully incorporated.
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Bring mixture to a boil, stirring often. Simmer on medium low heat, stirring often for about 12 minutes or until mixture turns brown and thickens.
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Remove from heat and then add vanilla, nuts, and coconut. Wait until frosting is cool to the touch before using (see note).
Recipe Notes
1. For honey variation substitute ½ cup (6 ounces) honey for the granulated sugar.
2. This German chocolate frosting is also delicious in a pie, on any cake or cupcakes, cheesecake, donuts, brownies, or ice cream.