German Chocolate Cake Frosting (thick and spreadable)
Classic German Chocolate Cake frosting for German chocolate cake. Made with evaporated milk, brown sugar, coconut and pecans, this thick frosting is the best! Recipe will frost 10 inch cakes, 24 cupcakes or a sheet cake.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, egg yolks, vanilla and salt. Continue to cook at medium temperature until mixture turns a light brown color and thickens, whisking constantly, about 10-15 minutes. I know it seems like a long time to constantly stir, but the effort is worth it!
Remove saucepan from heat and stir in flaked coconut and chopped pecans. Cover and place in the refrigerator for 1 hour so it thickens up into a fluffy, spreadable frosting!