Cream Cheese Frosting

In a large bowl beat one 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened: 1/2 cup butter, softened; and 2 teaspoons vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in 5 1/2 to 6 cups powdered sugar to reach spreading consistency. (to make this a chocolate frosting, I melt some chocolate chips and then mix it in before adding the powered sugar)

German Chocolate Cake Frosting

Ingredients:
1 cup evaporated milk (optional: mix in 1 Tbsp cornstarch to help thicken)
1 cup white sugar
3 egg yolk, beaten with 1 tsp water
1/2 cup butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup flaked coconut
(if you prefer you can toast the pecans and coconut in the oven, it helps to bring out their flavor)

Directions:
In a large saucepan combine evaporated milk (cornstarch), sugar, egg yolks, butter and vanilla. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Remove from heat and stir in pecans and coconut. Spread on cake while still warm.