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German Chocolate Pecan Brownies

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German Chocolate Pecan Brownies are rich, fudgy chocolate brownies topped with a gooey coconut-pecan frosting. Inspired by German chocolate cake, this decadent dessert is full of texture and flavor—perfect for celebrations or anytime you crave something indulgent.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 16 brownies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, and cocoa powder until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  3. Stir in flour and salt just until combined. Fold in chocolate chips, if using.
  4. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool completely.
  5. While brownies cool, combine sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, butter, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly for about 10 minutes, until thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
  7. Let topping cool slightly, then spread evenly over cooled brownies.
  8. Chill for 30 minutes before slicing for clean cuts.

Notes

  • Use a boxed brownie mix for a shortcut—just add the homemade topping.
  • Toast pecans and coconut beforehand for added depth of flavor.
  • Drizzle melted chocolate on top for a decorative finish.
  • Use muffin tins for individual brownie cups with topping.
  • Chill before slicing for the cleanest cuts.

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