German Chocolate Cake Brownies Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of German Chocolate Cake with these decadent brownies topped with a luscious coconut-pecan topping. Perfect for any chocolate lover or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the brownies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the coconut-pecan topping:
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare the brownies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Mix melted butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, then fold in dry ingredients. Bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Make the coconut-pecan topping: Combine milk, sugar, yolks, and butter in a saucepan. Cook until thickened, then stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Spread over cooled brownies and chill before slicing.
Notes
- For easier slicing, refrigerate before cutting and clean the knife between cuts.
- These brownies can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
