Description
Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of German Chocolate Cake Brownies, a delectable dessert that beautifully combines the classic essence of German chocolate cake with the fudgy texture of brownies. Each bite delivers a luscious dark chocolate base topped with a sweet and creamy coconut pecan frosting. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or a special treat at home, these brownies offer an irresistible blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. With easy preparation and simple ingredients, you’ll be able to whip up these delightful brownies in no time, impressing friends and family alike with this unique twist on a beloved classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box semi-sweet or dark chocolate brownie mix
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix package instructions.
- In a bowl, combine the brownie mix, eggs, vegetable oil, cocoa powder, water, and instant coffee. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into an 8×8-inch greased baking pan and bake as directed.
- While the brownies cool, prepare the frosting by combining brown sugar, granulated sugar, butter, and evaporated milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Add egg yolk to the saucepan and cook until thickened (about 3–4 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut.
- Allow the frosting to cool slightly before spreading it over cooled brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg