german chocolate cake frosting

(1 RATING)
121 Pinches
Orlando, FL
Updated on Oct 18, 2011

My favorite part of this cake is the frosting!!

prep time 5 Min
cook time 45 Min
method ---
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

  • Step 1
    In a heavy sauce pan, combine the evaporated milk, maple syrup, egg yolks, butter and vanilla.
  • Step 2
    Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and is golden brown. About 12 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Remove from heat, beat with a wire whisk until cooled, and stir in coconut and chopped pecans.
  • Step 4
    Bake the chocolate cake according to direction.You will need two layers.
  • Step 5
    Spread 1 cup of the frosting over the bottom layer. Top with second layer and frost with remaining frosting.
  • Step 6
    Refrigerate cake for one hour before serving.

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Category: Cakes
Keyword: #coconut
Keyword: #frosting
Keyword: #german
Keyword: #pecans

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