Description
Indulge in the decadent fusion of rich chocolate brownies topped with a luscious coconut-pecan layer, inspired by the flavors of German chocolate cake.
Ingredients
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For the Brownies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
For the Coconut-Pecan Topping:
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large egg yolks (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Brownies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Bake for 20–25 minutes.
- Make the Coconut-Pecan Topping: In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, and egg yolks. Cook until thickened. Stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Spread over cooled brownies. Chill before slicing.
Notes
- For extra indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate over the top.
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
