german chocolate cake frosting
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My favorite part of this cake is the frosting!!
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prep time
5 Min
cook time
45 Min
method
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yield
12 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 9 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 4 - egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 6 ounces butter
- 1/2 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 7 ounces shredded coconut
- 7 ounces chopped pecans
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
How To Make german chocolate cake frosting
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Step 1In a heavy sauce pan, combine the evaporated milk, maple syrup, egg yolks, butter and vanilla.
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Step 2Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and is golden brown. About 12 minutes.
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Step 3Remove from heat, beat with a wire whisk until cooled, and stir in coconut and chopped pecans.
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Step 4Bake the chocolate cake according to direction.You will need two layers.
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Step 5Spread 1 cup of the frosting over the bottom layer. Top with second layer and frost with remaining frosting.
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Step 6Refrigerate cake for one hour before serving.
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