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Coconut Pecan Frosting II
Prep
0 mins
Cook
15 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
This coconut pecan frosting is my go to for special occasion cakes, and honestly, it's become a family favorite because it comes together in just 15 minutes. The combination of toasted coconut and pecans creates such a rich, indulgent flavor that guests always ask for the recipe. What I love most is that it's incredibly budget friendly since you probably have most ingredients on hand already. The egg yolks add not only a silky texture but also choline, which supports brain health. This frosting works beautifully on chocolate or vanilla cakes, and the simple cooking process means you don't need any fancy equipment or techniques to make it look impressive.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 11 cup evaporated milk
- 11 cup white sugar
- 33 egg yolks
- ½ cup butter½ cup butter
- 11 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 11 ½ cups flaked coconut
- 11 cup chopped pecans
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Instructions
- 1
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter and vanilla. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans.
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