Description

Fudgy and rich, these Incredible German Chocolate Brownies combine a dense chocolate brownie base with a gooey coconut-pecan frosting for the ultimate indulgent treat.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter

8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

4 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup evaporated milk

1 cup granulated sugar (for frosting)

3 large egg yolks

1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut

1 cup chopped pecans

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and chopped semisweet chocolate, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Whisk in both sugars, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set. Let it cool completely.
For the frosting, whisk together evaporated milk, granulated sugar, egg yolks, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens—about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
Stir in vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans. Let the frosting cool to room temperature.
Spread the cooled frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

Add chocolate chips to the batter for an extra chocolate boost.

Use dark chocolate instead of semisweet for a deeper cocoa flavor.

Try toasted coconut in the frosting for a more intense nutty note.

Add a splash of bourbon to the frosting for a grown-up twist.

Make it gluten-free by substituting a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Microwave individual slices for 10–15 seconds to enjoy warm.

Freeze wrapped individual pieces for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 420
Sugar: 34g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 90mg