German Chocolate Cupcakes



These German Chocolate Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of German chocolate cake with a homemade coconut pecan frosting. Perfect for any event!

Ingredients:

  • 1 box German chocolate cake mix
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup 1/2 stick unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners

In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract

Mix until well combined

Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and semi-sweet chocolate chips into the cake batter

Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean

While the cupcakes are baking, prepare the German chocolate frosting

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the evaporated milk, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt

Cook and stir until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes

Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature

Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, frost them with the prepared German chocolate frosting

Optional: Garnish each cupcake with additional shredded coconut, chopped pecans, or chocolate chips if desired

Serve and enjoy your delicious German Chocolate Cupcakes!


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