Broiled Coconut Frosting

Prep: 10 min Cuisine: American

Creamy, toasted coconut frosting with caramelized brown sugar and butter, perfect for spreading over warm cakes and adding a sweet, nutty finish. Ideal for tropical or summer desserts.

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Ingredients

  • 6 Tbsp. melted butter
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 1/4 c. cream
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 c. coconut

Instructions

  1. Mix together melted butter, brown sugar, cream, vanilla, and coconut.
  2. Spread over warm cake.
  3. Brown under the broiler, watching carefully to prevent burning.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

513 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.7g 3% DV
Total Fat 36.3g 46% DV
Carbs 32.6g 12% DV
Fiber 2.3g 8% DV
Sugar 30g 60% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 29.5mg 1% DV
Potassium 192.3mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 83.8mg 28% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 24.3mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 1.1mg 1% DV
Calcium 53.8mg 4% DV
Iron 0.8mg 5% DV
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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