I’m German. I never loved German chocolate cake. Until it was made in brownie form.
Do you ever wonder why you decide, wholeheartedly decide, that you don’t like something? I used to swear up and down that I hated onions; now I can’t get enough of them and think food is bland without them. Same with real butter (???), bananas, watermelon, red bell peppers (still hate the green ones), and whole wheat bread.
I highly doubt my 10-year-old self would recognize me now…for many reasons (think braces…for 6 years), but food being a big one.
Dear 10-year-old Heather,
One day you’ll learn to love onions, bananas, red bell peppers, and whole wheat bread. And it will never cross your mind to ever use margarine again. Also, your braces will come off and your smile will be luminous. But you’ll still be awkward though…sorry about that one.
Love,
27-year-old Heather
I guess the reason I thought I didn’t like German chocolate cake was because of the nuts and coconut in the frosting. Maybe it was something about the texture? Who knows…regardless, I’m now fighting off every thought in my head to stop writing this post and go eat the rest of the pan sitting in my kitchen. Heck, I might even lick the pan when it’s empty. There’s clearly a lot to be said about my awkward side 😉
GERMAN CHOCOLATE BROWNIES
***brownie recipe can be found here; if baking at high altitudes add another 1/4 cup of flour***
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 tsp coconut extract
- pinch of salt
- 1 1/4 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped walnut or pecan pieces
Bake brownies according to directions. Let cool completely before frosting. In a bowl whisk together the sugar, heavy cream, butter, eggs, and salt. Pour into a saucepan and bring to a very slight boil (where the bubbles are just starting to form), stirring constantly. Let it simmer for 1 minute, then remove from heat and stir in the extract, coconut, and nuts. Let cool to room temperature, stir one more time, and then spread evenly over the brownies.
Eat 🙂
Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to take a cold shower in an attempt to not eat more.
These look simply delectable! Thanks for posting!
Those brownies look so decadent!
haha i loved the letter to your 10 year old self.
The funny thing is: I don’t even know why you in the US call it “German chocolate cake” … it’s not like it’s a popular recipe over here, I think. Do you have the answer? Must try that recipe and find out 🙂 – anything to support your German side!! thank you, Heather!
Those look amazing!
There are just too many wonderful, decadent things happening on the blogosphere today. I want them all! Right now! These look amazing!
LOVE the topping! YUM!
I actually really like German chocolate cake so I know I will just be all over these brownies!! Love the letter to 10-year old Heather.
I used to not be a fan of it either but love it now. Although bell peppers – used to love and now HATE!
All of my favorite things… chocolate, coconut! These sound perfect.
I don’t think I ever had a problem with German chocolate cake….and I don’t think I ever will…but if I had brownies instead of cake, I’m sure I’ll love it 400 (in your 400 voice :-p) times more!
I’ve always disliked coconut, but maybe I need to give it another go!
I used to hate German chocolate cake. It was mostly the icing. But my mom would make it all the time. Probably so she could be the only one to eat it…
But now I love coconut. So whenever it’s around, I don’t hold back!
Brilliant!!!!!!!!
Looks amazing!!!!
love the idea of german chocolate brownies 🙂 I used to hate coconut, too! I never liked the texture, but now I love it!
What a fantastic treat these are!
Stop it, girls. Brownies and coffee?!? I have to get ready for work. It sounds absolutley divine. Thanks for sharing this. It’s just one more to put on my list of recipes to try. YUM
GC Brownie + Coffee…that would be PURE heaven!!
I am overwhelmed with the awesome brownie recipes I’m seeing this morning! Now my coffee seems lonely without a German chocolate brownie.
xo
Why have I never thought to put German chocolate frosting on a brownie? I have always loved German chocolate cake, so this should’ve been a no-brainer. I also like to think about writing letters to my young self…the way I eat now is completely different to what I ate as a kid. I often look down at my plate & realized I wouldn’t have eaten ANY of it when I was 15.