easy coconut pecan frosting (sallye)

78 Pinches
Austin, TX
Updated on Nov 20, 2013

Such an easy way to make this classic frosting. It is wonderfully delicious on German chocolate cakes. Try it, you'll be hooked on this method.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield ices up to a 3 layer cake

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 can eagle brand sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces)
  • 1 large egg yolk slightly beaten
  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • 1-1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans

How To Make easy coconut pecan frosting (sallye)

  • Step 1
    Melt butter over medium high heat in a heavy saucepan. When butter is melted, add condensed milk and egg yolk. Stir constantly until mixture is boiling.
  • Step 2
    Once mixture is boiling, remove from heat. Add pecans and coconut and stir until well blended. Allow to cool completely before using to allow icing to firm up.
  • Step 3
    Very quick and easy.

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Category: Cakes
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top
Ingredient: Sugar

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