This coconut and pecan frosting is great on many cakes, not the least of which is German chocolate cake.
Ingredients
- evaporated milk: 1 cup
- white sugar: 1 cup
- egg yolks: 3 piece
- unsalted butter: 0.5 cup
- vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- ½ cups flaked coconut: 1 piece
- pecans: 1 cup (chopped)
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Stages of cooking
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Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
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Remove from the heat and stir in coconut and pecans. Let stand, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 45 minutes before using.