Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolaty delight of German Chocolate Brownies, a decadent dessert that will please any sweet tooth. These brownies are enhanced with a luscious homemade coconut pecan frosting, creating an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or simply satisfying your cravings, this easy recipe allows you to whip up these treats with minimal effort. Whether you choose to use a boxed mix or make them from scratch, you’ll impress friends and family alike with this gourmet dessert that’s visually stunning and utterly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (8×8 or 9x9) brownie mix or homemade brownies
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk, beaten
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 1 3/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Prepare the brownies in an 8×8 or 9×9 pan according to package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Let cool completely.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolk, and butter. Simmer for about 8-10 minutes until thickened, whisking frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, pecans, and coconut until well combined.
- Spread the warm frosting over the cooled brownies evenly.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg