Go Back

Homemade German Chocolate Frosting

Author: Laura Bais
Some good way to make canned German Chocolate Frosting is to add heavy whipping cream.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup flaked coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions
 

  • Combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, egg yolks, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, at a low boil until mixture turns a light caramel color and thickens, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Mix the heavy whipping cream, add it to all mixing, and stir in coconut and pecans.
  • Let cool to room temperature before spreading on cake.
Keyword hack, pecan coconut frosting, store bought frosting