Description
Experience the delightful taste of German Chocolate Cupcakes, featuring rich cocoa, creamy frosting, and topped with coconut and pecans. Ideal for gatherings and quick sweet fixes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup hot coffee (or hot water)
- 6 ounces evaporated milk
- 2 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, whisk together egg yolks, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, and sugar, heating for 12-15 minutes while stirring constantly until combined.
- Remove the mixture from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and toasted pecans. Transfer to a glass bowl and allow to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure egg yolks are at room temperature for best results.
Use hot coffee to enhance the flavor of the cupcakes.
Allow the frosting to set slightly before spreading on the cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg