Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, dairy-free Coconut Pecan Frosting – the perfect vegan alternative for German Chocolate Cake! Inspired by a VegWeb.com favorite, this recipe delivers amazing flavor and creamy texture. Enough to frost a two-layer 9-inch cake, it's quick and easy to make, bringing the magic of homemade frosting to your vegan baking.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 2108.4 kcal

Protein 39g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan

Vegan Margarine
Sugar
Shredded Coconut
1 cup pecan halves, toasted
Soymilk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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How to Make Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan

In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients over medium-high heat.
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon for 12 minutes. The mixture will thicken as it cooks.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly (about 5 minutes) until spreadable but still warm.
Spread evenly over your cooled cake layers.
Allow the frosting to set for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow it to firm up.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

862g

Fat

254g

Carbs

79g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation For 1 Or 2 Desserts Fruit Easy Vegan Vegetarian Cakes Nuts Dietary Cake Fillings And Frostings Coconut Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan?

Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan?

Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan has approximately 2108.4 calories per serving, with about 39 g protein, 79 g carbohydrates and 200 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan?

The key ingredients for Coconut Pecan Frosting Vegan are Vegan Margarine, Sugar, Shredded Coconut, Pecans, Soymilk, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.