INGREDIENTS
, chopped (I used Trader Joe’s 72% Pound Plus Bar)
3/4 cup
granulated sugar
1 tsp
instant espresso granules, optional but recommended
1/2 cup
full-fat evaporated milk
1/4 cup
unsalted butter, softened and quartered
2
large egg yolks (discard whites or save for another use)
1/2 cup
light brown sugar, packed
1/2 tsp
salt, or to taste
2 tsp
vanilla extract
3/4 cup
sweetened shredded coconut flakes
heaping 1/2 cup chopped Fisher Pecans, lightly toasted if desired