German Chocolate Cupcakes

• 1 (16.5 oz) box Devil's food cake mix
• 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1/3 cup applesauce
• 3 None eggs
• None None Coconut Pecan Frosting
• 4 None egg yolks
• 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3/4 cup butter
• 2 2/3 cups shredded sweetened coconut, plus extra to garnish
• 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips, melted
• 24 None toasted pecan halves

1. Preheat oven to 350u0b0F. Line 2 - 12-cup cupcake pans with paper liners. Combine cake mix, 3/4 cup water, coconut, applesauce and eggs. Scoop into prepared pans and bake for 15-18 mins, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool.
2. For the frosting, whisk together egg yolks, evaporated milk and vanilla in a large saucepan. Add sugar and butter. Cook over medium heat for 12 mins, or until thickened and golden brown, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and mix in coconut and nuts. Let cool.
3. Frost cupcakes then drizzle with melted chocolate. Garnish with a pecan half and extra shredded coconut.

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