German Chocolate Cake Frosting Recipe

Elevate your German Chocolate Cake with this luscious, homemade frosting! Forget those canned imitations – this recipe delivers a rich, decadent topping that's far superior. Made with real pecans and coconut, it's the perfect complement to your favorite chocolate cake. Easy to make and unbelievably delicious!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 1432.8 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 3.7 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for German Chocolate Cake Frosting

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How to Make German Chocolate Cake Frosting

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup evaporated milk, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup butter over medium heat.
  2. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle simmer and thickens, about 12-15 minutes. Be patient – this allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut and 1 cup chopped pecans. Beat with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until the frosting is thick and spreadable (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Let the frosting cool slightly before spreading onto your cooled German Chocolate cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

342g

Fat

302g

Carbs

36g