Coconut Pecan Frosting

Prep Time:
5 mins

Cook Time:
10 mins

Total Time:
15 mins

Servings:
20

Yield:
2 1/2 cups

Ingredients

Directions

Gather the ingredients.

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Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.

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Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans.

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Cook’s Note

Let the frosting stand, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 45 minutes before frosting a cake.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)