Coconut Pecan Frosting

This coconut and pecan frosting is great on many cakes, not the least of which is German chocolate cake.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 15 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup white sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups flaked coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Steps

1. Gather the ingredients.
2. Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans.