German Chocolate Brownies


Certainly! German Chocolate Brownies are a delightful twist on the classic brownie, incorporating the rich, gooey coconut-pecan frosting typically found on German Chocolate Cake. This dessert combines the dense, chocolatey base of brownies with the sweet and nutty topping for a truly indulgent treat. Here’s how you can make them at home:

Ingredients

For the Brownies:

  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (175g) semisweet chocolate chips

For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) evaporated milk
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
  • 3 large egg yolks, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1⅓ cups (125g) sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup (100g) chopped pecans