German chocolate cake frosting that is cooked on top of the stove and put on warm cake while frosting is warm.
Original recipe makes 1 frosting for 2 layer cake
Ingredients
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup white sugar
3 egg yolk, beaten with 1 teaspoon water
1/2 cup margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup flaked coconut
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PREP
15 mins
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COOK
15 mins
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READY IN
30 mins
Directions
- In a large saucepan combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, margarine and vanilla. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Remove from heat and stir in pecans and coconut. Spread on cake while still warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 265 kcal
Carbohydrates: 23.5 g
Cholesterol: 57 mg
Fat: 18.4 g
Fiber: 1.5 g
Protein: 3.2 g
Sodium: 129 mg