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Coconut Pecan Frosting

A rich and creamy frosting perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 3 units Egg Yolks beaten
  • ½ cup Butter cubed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 ⅓ cup Sweetened Flaked Coconut
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans toasted

Instructions 

  1. In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 12 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool to room temperature before spreading on cake.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg

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Frosting
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