Mary’s German Chocolate Cake Icing

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 9

Mary's German Chocolate Cake Icing - The Perfect Topping for your Homemade Cake

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Frosts a 9x13 inch cake

Calories

200

Sugar

20g

Fat

12g

Mary's German Chocolate Cake Icing is a classic topping for homemade cakes that originated in the United States in the 1950s. It is made with evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, margarine or butter, vanilla, nuts, and coconut. This icing is known for its rich and sweet flavor that perfectly complements any chocolate cake. It is a must-try for anyone who loves to bake and wants to impress their friends and family with a delicious homemade dessert.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, mix together evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, margarine or butter, and vanilla.
2.	Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
3.	Remove from heat and add chopped nuts and coconut, stirring until well combined.
4.	Allow mixture to cool before spreading on your cake.

PROS

Mary’s German Chocolate Cake Icing is a delicious and rich topping for any homemade cake.

The combination of nuts and coconut gives it a unique texture and flavor that is sure to impress your guests.

CONS

This icing is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If you are watching your calorie intake, you may want to avoid this topping altogether.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Mary’s German Chocolate Cake Icing may not be the healthiest option, it does contain some nutrients like protein, fiber, and vitamins.
Nuts and coconut are both good sources of healthy fats that can help improve heart health and reduce inflammation in the body.

	1 cup evaporated milk
	1 cup sugar
	3 egg yolks
	1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	1 cup nuts , chopped
	1 1/3 cups coconut