1-First Steps: Getting Started Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9×13 inch baking pan. This sets the stage for even baking and easy cleanup. In a mixing bowl, combine the oil with cocoa powder until it’s smooth, then add the softened butter and stir well for a creamy mix.

2-Mixing the Batter: Next, mix in the sugar and beat it for about one minute to make everything fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring after each to blend them in nicely, then stir in the vanilla extract. Finally, add the flour and salt just until combined, keeping the batter thick and ready to bake.

3-Baking and Frosting: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. While the brownies bake, whip up the frosting by combining brown sugar, granulated sugar, butter, egg yolks, and evaporated milk in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and reaches a low boil, then remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut. Let the frosting cool before spreading it over the cooled brownies.