Description
These German Chocolate Brownies are the ultimate indulgence—fudgy chocolate brownies topped with a rich, gooey coconut pecan frosting. A decadent twist on the classic German chocolate cake, these bars are perfect for holidays, potlucks, or whenever a chocolate craving hits!
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
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8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
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1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
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3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
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4 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp salt
For the Coconut Pecan Topping:
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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1 cup light brown sugar, packed
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3 large egg yolks
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1 cup evaporated milk
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
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1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
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Prepare the Brownies:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment.
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Melt butter and chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth. Cool slightly.
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Whisk sugars into the chocolate mixture, then add eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla.
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Fold in flour and salt until just combined. Pour into pan and smooth the top.
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Bake 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely.
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Make the Topping:
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In a saucepan, melt butter. Add brown sugar, egg yolks, evaporated milk, and vanilla.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (10–12 minutes).
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Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans. Let cool slightly.
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Assemble:
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Spread topping over cooled brownies. Let set for 30 minutes before slicing.
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Notes
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For extra chocolatey goodness, fold in ½ cup chocolate chips to the brownie batter.
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Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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Chilling the brownies slightly before cutting helps with clean slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
