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German Chocolate with Coconut & Walnuts

German Chocolate with Coconut & Walnuts: Your Sweetest Indulgence

Discover the rich flavors of German Chocolate with Coconut & Walnuts, a vegetarian-friendly dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Base
  • 8 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate High-quality chocolate recommended.
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips Can substitute with more dark chocolate.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk A homemade version can work.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use unsalted for better control over sweetness.
Coconut Topping
  • 1 cup Sugar Consider reducing quantity with sweetened coconut.
  • 3 large Egg Yolks Important for thickening the coconut layer.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cream Half-and-half can be a substitute.
  • 2 cups Shredded Coconut Choose sweetened or unsweetened based on preference.
  • 1 cup Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or almonds.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Rectangular baking pan
  • spatula
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Fudge Steps
  1. Melt the Semi-Sweet Chocolate, Milk Chocolate Chips, and Sweetened Condensed Milk in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  2. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease with butter.
  3. Pour half of the melted chocolate mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly and allowing it to set for 10 minutes.
  4. In a separate saucepan, combine Sugar, Fresh Cream, Butter, and Egg Yolks; cook on low heat for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in Shredded Coconut and Walnuts until well combined.
  6. Spread the coconut-walnut mixture over the chocolate base, then pour the remaining chocolate mixture on top.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
  8. Cut into bite-sized squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and ensure each layer is evenly spread for a professional finish.

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