Coconut Pecan Frosting

This thick, sweet, and nutty coconut and pecan frosting is ideal for German chocolate cake, but it's also delicious on many other types of cakes.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 160 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1.5 cups flaked coconut
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 2

Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans.