German Chocolate Frosting with Walnuts

This is a delicious take on an old classic, German chocolate frosting. Made with coconut and walnut pieces. You get all of the taste with less cholesterol. You can use pecan pieces for a more traditional version.

Original recipe makes 2 cups frosting

Ingredients

2 egg whites, lightly beaten
1 (12 fluid ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup light butter, softened
1 (7 ounce) package flaked coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts

  • PREP

    5 mins

  • COOK

    10 mins

  • READY IN

    30 mins

Directions

  1. Stir the lightly beaten egg whites, evaporated milk, sugar, and light butter together in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened and bubbly, 10 to 12 minutes.
  2. Fold the coconut and walnuts into the thickened mixture. Set aside to cool completely before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 443 kcal
Carbohydrates: 58.3 g
Cholesterol: 17 mg
Fat: 22.7 g
Fiber: 3.4 g
Protein: 7.3 g
Sodium: 229 mg

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