German Chocolate Cake Icing

Indulge your sweet tooth with this decadent and classic German Chocolate Cake Icing, a rich and creamy topping that elevates any dessert. Crafted with luscious butter, golden sugar, and silky evaporated milk, this icing gets its signature flavor from toasted coconut flakes and crunchy pecans folded into a velvety egg yolk custard. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a simple stovetop cooking technique, this recipe delivers a luxurious homemade frosting perfect for spreading over a freshly baked cake. Its sweet, nutty profile pairs beautifully with the moist chocolate layers of a traditional German Chocolate Cake, but it’s equally delightful for topping brownies, cupcakes, or simply enjoying by the spoonful. Perfect for celebrations or anytime you crave a special treat, this icing is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups sugar
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1.5 cups chopped pecans

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, evaporated milk, and egg yolks. Whisk together until smooth.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly with a heatproof whisk or spatula. Heat the mixture until it thickens, about 10-12 minutes. The mixture should be bubbling gently and coat the back of a spoon.

Step 3

Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add the shredded coconut and chopped pecans to the mixture. Stir until evenly combined.

Step 5

Allow the icing to cool completely before spreading over your German Chocolate Cake. As it cools, it will thicken further and become easier to spread.

Step 6

Store any leftover icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow it to come to room temperature before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1120.7 grams (1120.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4612

Total Fat 298.00g	382%
Saturated Fat 126.10g	631%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 996mg	332%
Sodium 830mg	36%
Total Carbohydrate 474.50g	173%
Dietary Fiber 31.20g	111%
Total Sugars 411.30g
Protein 53.80g	108%

Vitamin D 275IU	1374%
Calcium 1001mg	77%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1955mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.9%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 39.6%