German Chocolate Cake Icing

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I created this icing while searching for a German chocolate cake frosting without eggs or evaporated milk. I find this recipe has more of a caramel flavor than other more traditional versions.

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar

  • ½ cup milk, or more as needed

  • ½ cup butter

  • 1 cup flaked coconut, or more to taste

  • ¼ cup chopped pecans, or more to taste

Directions

  1. Bring brown sugar, milk, and butter to a boil in a large saucepan, stirring occasionally. Boil until icing thickens and reaches 240 degrees F to 245 degrees F (115 degrees C to 118 degrees C) on a candy thermometer, 10 to 15 minutes.

  2. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans. If icing is too thick, thin with milk to desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

187 Calories
15g Fat
15g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 187
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 10g 48%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 65mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 28mg 2%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 86mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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