German Chocolate Brownies Coconut Pecan (Print Format)

Decadent brownies layered with coconut, toasted pecans, and chocolate for a truly indulgent dessert.

# Ingredients:

→ Brownie Base

01 - 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, cut into tablespoons
02 - 4 ounces German chocolate baking bar, broken into squares
03 - 2 cups granulated sugar
04 - 4 large eggs
05 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted

→ Topping

08 - 1 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 cup evaporated milk
10 - ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, cut into tablespoons
11 - 3 large egg yolks
12 - 1 ½ cups toasted coconut
13 - 1 cup toasted chopped pecans
14 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
15 - Melted chocolate melting wafers for garnish (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray, then set aside.
02 - Place the salted butter into a large pot and begin melting over medium-low heat. Add the German chocolate baking bar and stir occasionally until the mixture is smooth.
03 - Remove the pot from the heat. Whisk in the granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking fully after each addition.
04 - Whisk in the vanilla extract and salt. Stir in the sifted all-purpose flour until fully combined with no dry patches.
05 - Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 35-38 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
06 - In a sauce pot over medium-low heat, combine the granulated sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and egg yolks. Stir occasionally until the butter is melted.
07 - Bring the mixture to a simmer while stirring occasionally. Once it begins to thicken (about 12 minutes), remove it from the heat.
08 - Stir in the toasted coconut, toasted chopped pecans, and vanilla extract. Continue stirring until the frosting thickens and is spreadable (about 5 minutes).
09 - Spread the topping evenly over the cooled brownies. Allow the topping to cool completely. Cut into bars and drizzle with melted chocolate wafers, if desired. Serve and enjoy.

# Tips:

01 - Toasting the coconut and pecans enhances their flavor, making the dessert extra rich and aromatic.