Coconut Pecan Icing
Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Coconut Pecan Icing—a luscious topping that’s the perfect match for your favorite German chocolate cakes, brownies, and more. Made with a dreamy combination of granulated and brown sugars, creamy evaporated milk, and golden egg yolks, this recipe delivers a perfectly smooth and velvety texture. Sweetened shredded coconut and crunchy chopped pecans add irresistible texture and flavor, while a hint of vanilla ties it all together. Ready in under 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing icing is cooked on the stovetop to create a thick, caramel-like consistency that spreads beautifully over desserts. Whether you're hosting a celebration or satisfying your sweet tooth, this versatile icing is a must-have addition to your baking repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Evaporated milk
- 3 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, unsalted butter, evaporated milk, and egg yolks.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk continuously until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
Step 3
Cook the mixture for about 10-12 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens and reaches a creamy consistency. Do not let it boil vigorously.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
Step 5
Allow the icing to cool to room temperature before using. It will thicken further as it cools.
Step 6
Spread the icing over cakes, brownies, or other desserts as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (947.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3464.1 |
| Total Fat 179.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 687.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 655.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 460.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 419.7g | |
| Protein 42.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 256.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1030.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1750.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories