Ingredients
1 package (4 ounces) German sweet chocolate1/2 cup water1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sour cream2-1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltTOPPING:1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/4 cup butter, cubed1-1/4 cups water2 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts
Preparation
In a large heavy saucepan, melt chocolate in water over low heat, stirring until smooth. Cool.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add chocolate and vanilla. Beat in sour cream. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Beat for 2 minutes (batter will be thick); set aside.
For topping, sprinkle brown sugar and coconut into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Melt butter in water; add to pan and mix with sugar and coconut. Sprinkle with marshmallows and nuts. Carefully spoon batter over topping.
Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares and invert onto serving plates.
