German Chocolate Pecan Brownies layer a rich, fudgy chocolate brownie base with a classic gooey coconut–pecan topping, giving you all the flavors of German chocolate cake in an easy-to-slice bar. The brownies are baked from scratch with real melted chocolate, then crowned with a stovetop custard made from evaporated milk, egg yolks, coconut, and toasted pecans.
Why you’ll love these brownies
These brownies are ultra-fudgy thanks to melted chocolate and butter, just enough flour, and a relatively short bake time, similar to other from-scratch German chocolate brownie recipes. The coconut–pecan topping is cooked until thick and custardy, then stirred with sweetened coconut and toasted pecans for a buttery, chewy layer that sets on top of the brownies as they chill.
You get the full German chocolate experience without stacking and frosting a layer cake. The recipe is ideal for potlucks, holidays, and any time you want a dessert that slices neatly, travels well, and tastes like it came from a bakery.
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