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german chocolate brownies

German Chocolate Brownies

5 from 1 vote
These incredible German Chocolate Brownies combine a fudgy chocolate base with a thick, gooey coconut-pecan frosting. Ready in under an hour, they deliver all the flavors of the classic cake without the hassle.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, German-American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted For the brownie base
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup cocoa powder Dutch-processed preferred
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour Spoon and leveled
  • ½ cup evaporated milk For the frosting
  • ½ cup granulated sugar For the frosting
  • 2 large egg yolks Beaten
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter For the frosting
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the frosting
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut Lightly toasted
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Lightly toasted

Equipment

  • 1 8x8 inch baking pan For baking brownies
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For the batter
  • 1 Saucepan For cooking frosting
  • 1 Whisk To constantly stir frosting

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides.
  2. Whisk the melted butter and 1 cup of sugar together in a bowl. Add the eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla, mixing until glossy.
    whisking butter and sugar for brownie batter
  3. Fold in the cocoa powder, flour, and a pinch of salt until just combined. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
    spreading thick fudge brownie batter in pan
  4. Bake for 22-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs. Set aside to cool.
  5. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the evaporated milk, ½ cup sugar, egg yolks, and ¼ cup butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly for 10-12 minutes until thickened.
    cooking custard base for german chocolate frosting
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the coconut, pecans, and remaining vanilla. Let cool slightly.
  7. Spread the warm coconut-pecan frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Allow to set for at least an hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 75gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Toast your pecans and coconut for the best flavor.

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