Best 4 German Chocolate Cake Frosting Ii Recipes
Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite German Chocolate Cake Frosting II, a delectable treat that elevates your cakes and desserts to new heights. This luscious frosting boasts a rich, velvety texture, a harmonious balance of sweetness and bitterness, and a captivating aroma that tantalizes the senses. Discover the secrets behind this frosting's irresistible charm as we unveil two extraordinary recipes that cater to various dietary preferences. Embark on a delightful adventure with our classic German Chocolate Cake Frosting, a timeless favorite that captivates hearts with its traditional flavors. Alternatively, embark on a guilt-free indulgence with our Vegan German Chocolate Cake Frosting, a plant-based marvel that delivers the same delectable experience without compromising on taste. Prepare to elevate your baking creations with these exceptional frosting recipes, transforming ordinary desserts into extraordinary culinary masterpieces.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE FROSTING
Coconut Pecan Frosting for German Chocolate Cake.
Provided by Denise
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Chocolate
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, egg yolks, butter and vanilla. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Remove from heat and stir in pecans and coconut. Let cool to room temperature before spreading on cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 107.3 mg, Sugar 23.4 g
COCONUT PECAN FROSTING 4 GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE
I find the German Chocolate cake mixes very good. BUT the canned frosting just isn't the same as the real thing. Here is my Mom's recipe for the real stuff.
Provided by Kathie Carr
Categories Other Sauces
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. In a saucepan mix milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, salt, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until mixture thickens (about 12 minutes). Remove from heat. Add coconut and pecans. Beat until cool and of spreading consistency. Makes enough to fill and frost one cake.
GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE FROSTING II
German chocolate cake frosting that is cooked on top of the stove and put on warm cake while frosting is warm.
Provided by Carol B
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Chocolate
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, margarine and vanilla. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Remove from heat and stir in pecans and coconut. Spread on cake while still warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 57.3 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 129.5 mg, Sugar 21.5 g
GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE
According to my husband, this is the best German chocolate cake recipe in the whole world. Every bite has a light crunch from the pecans, a sweet taste of coconut and a drizzle of chocolate. -Joyce Platfoot, Wapakoneta, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Line three greased 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper. Grease waxed paper and set aside. In small saucepan, melt chocolate with water over low heat; cool. , Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in 4 egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Blend in melted chocolate and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition., In a small bowl and with clean beaters, beat the 4 egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold a fourth of the egg whites into creamed mixture; fold in remaining whites., Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake 24-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a small saucepan, heat sugar, milk, butter and egg yolks over medium-low heat until mixture is thickened and golden brown, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in coconut, pecans and vanilla extract. Cool until thick enough to spread. Spread a third of the frosting over each cake layer and stack the layers. , In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 910 calories, Fat 53g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 237mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 103g carbohydrate (76g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
Tips:
- For a richer frosting, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- If you don't have coconut flakes, you can use chopped pecans or walnuts.
- To make a chocolate ganache frosting, melt 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup of heavy cream together in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir until smooth and then let cool for 5 minutes before frosting the cake.
- For a lighter frosting, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Then, fold in 1/2 cup of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- To make a cream cheese frosting, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of butter together until smooth. Then, add 3 cups of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy.
Conclusion:
No matter which frosting recipe you choose, you're sure to end up with a delicious and decadent German chocolate cake. So go ahead and experiment! The possibilities are endless.
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