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German Chocolate Brownies Recipe

My German Chocolate Brownies are a rich, fudgy cocoa-infused treat. They’re topped with a rich and fudgy ganache and a sweet coconut-pecan frosting. Simply put - one bite is never enough.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Chill Time
2 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 18 brownies
Calories: 472 kcal
Course: Baked Goods
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 bar German Chocolate 4 ounces
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
For the Ganache
  • 1 bar German Chocolate 4 ounces
  • 4 Tablespoons evaporated milk
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

Instructions

For the Frosting
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  1. The frosting needs 30 minutes to chill (minimum). I suggest making the frosting FIRST.
  2. In a medium sized saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg yolks, salt, and evaporated milk. Over medium-low heat, bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Use a whisk or rubber spatula to scrape the bottom of the saucepan, while stirring, so that the mixtures doesn't burn or create crystals on the sides of the pan.
  4. Continue stirring until mixture thickens into a custard-like texture (about 8-10 minutes, depending on type of saucepan, size of pan, and type of heat).
  5. Once the mixture has thickented, remove from heat. Add in vanilla extract, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut. Stir until combined.
  6. Chill frosting in refrigerator until ready to use, at least 30 minutes.
For the Brownies
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Set it aside.
  2. In a medium sized saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until completely melted. Remove from heat.
  3. Add in german chocolate bar and sugar. Stir until chocolate bar is completely melted.
  4. Add in eggs, one at a time, stirring after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Add the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Using big strokes, stir just until mixed and no longer see any dry ingredients (do not over stir).
  6. Pour batter into prepared baking dish. Bake for about 40 minutes. Remove from oven and cool while making ganache.
For the Ganache
  1. In a glass microwave safe bowl, combine german chocolate bar with evaporated milk. Heat for one minute.
  2. Stir chocolate and milk until smooth, heating an additional 30 seconds if needed.
To Assemble Brownies
  1. Pour melted ganache over warm brownies. Spread evenly with an offset spatula.
  2. Remove frosting from refrigerator and spread over ganache layer.
  3. Refrigerate brownies for at least two hours, loosely covered with plastic wrap.

Notes

  • The frosting needs time to chill so we recommend making the frosting before the brownies.
  • You'll need 3 egg yolks for the frosting, save the egg whites to make meringue cookies or white cupcakes!
  • The brownies will be thick and fudgy. If you prefer a more cake-like (drier) brownie, bake an additional 5 minutes.
  • Use a plastic knife to cut brownies, for even cuts.
  • Store brownies in airtight container in refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Freeze brownies in freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
  • See blog post for more recipe tips and tricks.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1brownie Calories 472kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 47g (16%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 31g (48%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 114mg (38%) Sodium 180mg (8%) Potassium 190mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 37g (74%) Vitamin A 614IU (12%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 77mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18brownies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 472

% Daily Value*

Serving 1brownie
Calories 472kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 47g 16%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 31g 48%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 114mg 38%
Sodium 180mg 8%
Potassium 190mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 37g 74%
Vitamin A 614IU 12%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Calcium 77mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.