Coconut Pecan Frosting
Coconut Pecan Frosting is a luxurious and creamy topping that elevates any dessert into a festive treat. This delightful blend of sweet coconut and crunchy toasted pecans adds a unique flavor and texture to cakes, cupcakes, and cookies alike. With its rich taste and easy preparation, this frosting is perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings. Indulge in the nostalgia of family gatherings with every luscious bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups (enough for one large cake or multiple cupcakes) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup pecans (toasted and chopped)
- 2–4 tablespoons whole milk or cream
Instructions
- Gather a mixing bowl, electric mixer, spatula, and a small skillet.
- In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped pecans for about 5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Beat the unsalted butter in the mixing bowl until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the sifted powdered sugar on low speed, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Fold in the toasted pecans and coconut flakes until well combined.
- If too thick, add milk or cream one tablespoon at a time until desired spreadability is achieved.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 70mg